Astra™ IUD Skills Training Model
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The Astra™ IUD Skills Training Model (patent pending) is purpose-built to support comprehensive, hands-on training in intrauterine device (IUD) care. Designed for healthcare professionals in women’s health, Astra enables realistic practice of IUD assessment, insertion, positioning, and extraction techniques. With anatomically accurate structures and life-like tactile feedback, Astra bridges the gap between theoretical learning and clinical confidence.
Astra Key Features:
- Procedure-Focused Anatomy: Engineered specifically for IUD training, Astra includes a realistic vulva, vaginal canal, and cervix optimized for accurate simulation of uterine access and device placement.
- Life-like Tissue Response: Crafted from advanced silicone to replicate the softness, flexibility, and resistance of human tissue during speculum use, sounding, insertion, and removal.
- Repeatable Training Environment: Replaceable uterus with cervix allows for repeated practice of IUD procedures, supporting skill development and competency-based learning. (The uterus with attached cervix can be reused with a tenaculum approximately 2-5 times. Replaceable uteruses sold separately.)
- Inclusive Skin Tones: Available in light, medium, and dark skin tones to reflect diverse patient populations.
Astra is Ideal For:
- Obstetrics and Gynecology (OB/GYN) Residents
- Family Physicians & General Practitioners
- Nurse Practitioners & Registered Nurses
- Midwives & Women’s Health Clinicians
- Medical & Nursing Students
- Clinical Skills Training Programs
- Medical Device & Contraceptive Manufacturers
- Continuing Medical Education (CME) Providers
Suggested Uses:
IUD Procedure Training:
- Uterine sounding and cervical navigation
- IUD insertion techniques (various device types)
- IUD string visualization and trimming
- IUD removal and replacement procedures
Clinical Skills Development:
- Speculum placement and cervical visualization
- Patient counseling demonstrations for contraceptive care
- Simulation-based competency assessments
Educational Settings:
- Workshops, conferences, and certification courses
- Simulation labs and clinical training programs
- Virtual and in-person instruction
Product Technical Details
- Material: Medical-grade silicone (model), recyclable thermoplastic (stand)
- Cleaning: Mild soap, water, or alcohol wipes
- Durability: Designed for repeated procedural simulation with a replaceable uterus
Why Choose the Astra™ IUD Training Model?
- Procedure-Specific Design: Tailored exclusively for IUD training to enhance procedural accuracy and confidence.
- Realistic Simulation: Supports experiential learning with tactile feedback that closely mimics clinical conditions.
- Advancing Women’s Health Education: Encourages safe, standardized training in contraceptive care across diverse healthcare settings.
What’s Included
- 1x Astra™ IUD Training Model (choice of skin tone)
- 1x Astra™ Uteruses (additional replacement uteruses sold separately)
- 1x Recyclable Thermoplastic Stand
FAQ
How do I clean and care for my Granville Biomedical anatomical model?
Silicone naturally attracts dust and other particles. Models can be cleaned with warm water and mild soap, if needed. To ensure your product stays clean when not in use, store in an air-tight container.
How do I optimize the lifespan of my Granville Biomedical suturing model?
When suturing your model or product, do not use assertive force. Gently suture the laceration closed. When finished, use surgical scissors to gently remove sutures and gently pull from the identified laceration. Do not force or rip sutures out as this may damage the material, decreasing the lifespan of your product.
Are Granville Biomedical suturing models reusable?
All of our suturing products are designed to be durable and reusable. Models are designed to simulate human soft tissue. To increase the lifespan of your model, gently remove sutures using surgical scissors from your product without using any assertive force.
What materials are used in Granville Biomedical products?
Granville Biomedical uses novel silicone recipes to achieve the most anatomically accurate look and feel. Our model stands and other ridged products are 3D printed using non-toxic PLA filament.
Do you accept international orders/payments?
We welcome all international orders and accept payments from Visa, MasterCard, American Express, PayPal, and Google Pay. All orders placed outside Canada will be converted to reflect Canadian (CAD) pricing.
Can I return my Granville Biomedical product?
For hygienic reasons, we do not issue refunds for used products. However, if your product or its parts arrive damaged and remain unused, please email us at info@granvillebiomedical.ca. We will replace the item at no cost to you. If you deem your model to be unsatisfactory in any other way, we are committed to working with you to ensure you receive the best product for your education/demonstration needs.