Life/Form Paediatric Lumbar Puncture Infant Simulator

The Life/Form Paediatric Lumbar Puncture Infant Simulator provides medical students with the opportunity to undertake life-like medical training for a common infant lumbar puncture. The model represents a 12-month-old infant in the left lateral decubitus position, and lumbar puncture may be performed in its L3-L4, L4-L5, or L5-S1 spaces.

What's Included?

• 1 x Infant (mounted on a sturdy board)
• 1 x Lumbar puncture pad
• 1 x Spine and spinal tubing
• 1 x IV bag with tubing
• 1 x Tissue Block
• 1 x Baby powder
• 1 x Hard carry case
• 1 x Instruction manual

Please Note: Fluid supply stand and needle not included

Features of the Life/Form Paediatric Lumbar Puncture Infant Simulator

• Representation of a 12-month-old infant for lumbar practise puncture training
• Puncture sites in the L3-L4, L4-L5, or L5-S1 spaces
• Palpable model for identification of lumbar puncture sites
• Anatomically accurate components to perform lumbar puncture
• Highly realistic and detailed simulator supports professional medical training programmes
• Carry case for easy transportation and storage of the model

What Is The Paediatric Lumbar Puncture Infant Simulator?

The Paediatric Lumbar Puncture Simulator represents a 12-month-old infant placed in a left lateral decubitus position with the neck and knees flexed, approximating the necessary foetal position. The simulator is designed to support medical training of infant lumbar puncture procedures.

What Does the Paediatric Lumbar Puncture Simulator Consist of?

The Paediatric Lumbar Puncture Simulator is anatomically accurate and includes an embedded iliac crest, a removable spine, spinal canal, and skin pad, which are all required for practising the various infant lumbar puncture procedures.

What Exact Procedures Can Be Practised with the Life/Form Infant Simulator?

The Life/Form Paediatric Lumbar Puncture Infant Simulator targets key skills specific to paediatric lumbar puncture procedures. With this simulator, medical students have the opportunity to practise the following:

• Palpation of landmarks
• Skin preparation
• Needle positioning and insertion
• Cerebrospinal fluid collection
• Measure cerebrospinal fluid pressure
• Intrathecal injections

Where Can Lumbar Puncture Be Performed on this Model?

Lumbar puncture on this model may be performed in the L3-L4, L4-L5, or L5-S1 spaces. The correct site can be located by palpating the iliac crest and spine.

How Realistic Is the Lumbar Puncture Infant Simulator?

To ensure comprehensive student training, the Paediatric Lumbar Puncture Simulator is highly realistic. The model simulates a realistic 'give' as the needle enters the correct space and fluid flows through the spinal needle once it is positioned in the correct place. 

With the Paediatric Lumbar Puncture Infant Simulator, students will appreciate the opportunity to practice this delicate but commonly performed procedure on a simulator that is both appealing and anatomically accurate.

Technical Specifications

• Dimensions (infant): 48 x 18 x 15 cm
• Dimensions (board): 50 x 30 cm
• Product Code: R11031