| abstract |
The present invention provides modified animal organs, organs, and organ systems for use in simulated surgical procedures. The tissues, organs, and / or organ systems can be modified by improving their electrical conductivity, by incorporating simulated contents mimicking what would normally be present in living animals, and by perfusion of fake blood. Parts of different tissues, organs, or organ systems, which may be from identical or different animals, may be joined together to obtain hybrid / chimeric tissues, organs, or organ systems, and may also be used in simulated surgical procedures. These changes may provide a more realistic experience for surgeons during a simulated surgical procedure. |