Otoscopy training manikin TYMPANO

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Product overview
The TYMPANO otoscopic simulator is designed for clinical skills training in otoscopic examination of the tympanic membrane. It delivers realistic otoscopic views and a tactile relief of the eardrum to teach recognition of normal and pathological tympanic membranes and to practise safe otoscope handling.

Main features

• 31 interchangeable tympanic membrane cartridges covering normal anatomy and common pathologies (cholesteatoma, otitis media, tympanic perforation).
• Dedicated normal-ear cartridge enabling paracentesis exercise.

Available sets

• OSCE set: 3 sets of 8 eardrums representing the most frequent pathologies for objective structured clinical examinations.
• TEACHING set: 30 pathological tympanic membranes plus 1 normal membrane for paracentesis and trans-tympanic aerator placement practice.

Installation and exercises
Delivery includes installation support. The simulator supports training and assessment of otoscopic examination, paracentesis, myringotomy and ear ventilation tube placement.

Clinical training objectives

• Validate learners’ ability to recognise normal and pathological tympanic membranes.
• Teach and assess otoscope-handling techniques: correct grip, visualization of the full tympanic membrane and safe manoeuvres to avoid patient injury.

Advantages

• Realistic otoscopic view and tactile relief of the tympanic membrane.
• Repeatable exercises for entire student groups thanks to interchangeable cartridges.
• Enables procedural practice including paracentesis and trans-tympanic aerator placement.

Additional information
Model developed by Assistance Publique – Hôpitaux de Paris, Université Paris Cité and ilumens laboratory. Exclusive development and operating license: N° VAL 2023/2021-037/02.

Technical specifications

• Interchangeable tympanic membrane cartridges: 31
• OSCE set composition: 3 sets of 8 eardrums (common pathologies)
• TEACHING set composition: 30 pathological membranes + 1 normal membrane (paracentesis possible; trans-tympanic aerator practice)
• Training supported: otoscopic examination, paracentesis, myringotomy, ear ventilation tube placement
• Developed by: Assistance Publique – Hôpitaux de Paris; Université Paris Cité; ilumens laboratory
• Exclusive license: N° VAL 2023/2021-037/02