This is showing with a Maryland grasper but the instructions for the test specify two needle drivers only. Any clarification on this? Also states you must throw a knot with each hand
You are correct: The FLS instructions describe a two-handed technique, but most surgeons in practice utilize a one-handed technique. As such, we wanted to show both here. Two needle drivers can be part of the exam, but again in practice this is rarely used. Hope that helps clarify things.
This is showing with a Maryland grasper but the instructions for the test specify two needle drivers only. Any clarification on this? Also states you must throw a knot with each hand
You are correct: The FLS instructions describe a two-handed technique, but most surgeons in practice utilize a one-handed technique. As such, we wanted to show both here. Two needle drivers can be part of the exam, but again in practice this is rarely used. Hope that helps clarify things.