A low cost 2D/3D ultrasound training model for the characterization of mesh properties

Purpose: Mesh implants are widely used in Pelvic organ prolapse (POP) repair surgery. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and 2D/3D ultrasound (US) can identify the mesh material used and may provide additional information on mesh type, location, and morphology. This knowledge can help in surgical planning and counseling as well as in complication management. To the best of our knowledge, to date, there is no model for training operators in US mesh identification. The aim of this study is to report on a low cost, home-made US mesh identification training model. Methods: An agar gel of 2 – 5% gives US and MRI repres…