Glasgow temporal bone course and plastic bones . G lasgow Temporal Bone Course - Contents . A tutor first demonstrates a skill and then the participant performs it. The tutors confirm that the skill has been learnt before going on to the next procedure. Instruction is given on the use of the operating microscope and surgical instruments and in the performance of the common ear operations including grommet insertion, myringoplasty, ossiculoplasty, intact canal wall mastoidectomy, posterior tympanotomy, open cavity mastoidectomy, facial nerve exposure.
Supervised dissection proceeds at a pace determined by the participant.
Leica bench microscopes provide magnificent illumination and depth of focus. The maximum number of participants is 20, divided into two groups which alternate between dissecting and having a tutorial. Plastic bones, manual, lunches, reception, course dinner and photograph are included in the fee. Participants may purchase at special rates, extra plastic bones, textbooks and slide collections prepared by the tutors. Certificates are awarded on completion of the course.