Table 1 Evaluation criteria for the Furlow palatoplasty simulation with the results of the participants responses regarding the comparison of the two simulators
From: Two cleft palate simulators of Furlow double-opposing Z- palatoplasty: a comparative study
Evaluation criteria | Porcine tongue Simulator | 3D-Printed Simulator | P- Value |
|---|---|---|---|
Mean ± SD | Mean ± SD | ||
Organizational flexibility and ductility | 8.61 ± 1.17 | 7.35 ± 1.46 | 0.04 |
Anatomical design simulation | 8.33 ± 1.22 | 7.92 ± 1.50 | 0.76 |
Incision simulation | 8.22 ± 1.48 | 7.50 ± 1.51 | 0.65 |
Suturing simulation | 8.94 ± 0.80 | 6.92 ± 1.51 | <0.01 |
Convenience of operation | 8.28 ± 0.91 | 8.17 ± 1.80 | 1.00 |