3D Printing in Neurosurgery

Waran, Vicknes; Narayanan, Vairavan; Karrupiah, Ravindran; Cham, Chun Yoong

doi:10.1007/978-3-319-61924-8_6

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“…With the large-scale introduction of the treatment of aneurysms by coil embolization and the lack of cadaveric tissue, simulation-based training has become an absolute must in the strategy of vascular neurosurgery training. Mashiko et al using hollow elastic replicas of the different aneurysms from their vascular networks in a 3D printed model, they offered young neurosurgeons the opportunity to gain experience in selecting the appropriate clip, understanding the shape of the aneurysm and the direction of the clip [1,3,10].…”

Section: Neurosurgical Trainingmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…Large complex models of skull and brain tissue based on MRI could also be used for surgical planning in the case of transnational or transventricular endoscopic approaches. In addition, these models can be used in the planning and development of new treatments for brain tumours such as noninvasive thermocoagulation [1,10].…”

Section: Planning In Neurosurgical Pathologymentioning

confidence: 99%

“…Studies published in the literature have already shown improvements in the scores of anatomy tests of medical students after using 3D printing in the learning process. Thus, 3D printed models offer viable solutions for the vast majority of the difficulties faced by educators using more traditional training methods [1,5,10].…”

Section: Medical Educationmentioning

confidence: 99%

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Current applications of 3d printing in neurosurgery

Chiriac¹,

Iencean²,

Ion³

et al. 2019

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Medical implications of 3-dimensional (3D) printing technology have progressed with increasingly used especially in surgical fields. 3D printing techniques are practical and anatomically accurate methods of producing patient specific models for medical education, surgical planning, training and simulation, and implants production for the assessment and treatment of neurosurgical diseases. This article presents the main directions of 3D printing models application in neurosurgery.

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Section: Neurosurgical Trainingmentioning

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Section: Planning In Neurosurgical Pathologymentioning

confidence: 99%

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Current applications of 3d printing in neurosurgery

Chiriac¹,

Iencean²,

Ion³

et al. 2019

roneuro

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“…The routine generation of volumetric CT and MRI imaging provides data that can, with post hoc processing, be used to print 3D models of anatomy and pathology [2][3][4] . 3D printing has already been used in various surgical contexts including teaching [5][6][7][8] , surgical planning, and patient information delivery [9][10][11][12] .…”

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confidence: 99%

Exploring the Impact of Using Patient-Specific 3D Prints during Consent for Skull Base Neurosurgery

Mian

Jayasangaran

Qureshi

et al. 2022

J Neurol Surg B Skull Base

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Objectives Informed consent is fundamental to good practice. We hypothesized that a personalized three-dimensional (3D)-printed model of skull base pathology would enhance informed consent and reduce patient anxiety. Design Digital images and communication in medicine (DICOM) files were 3D printed. After a standard pre-surgery consent clinic, patients completed part one of a two-part structured questionnaire. They then interacted with their personalized 3D printed model and completed part two. This explored their perceived involvement in decision-making, anxiety, concerns and also their understanding of lesion location and surgical risks. Descriptive statistics were used to report responses and text classification tools were used to analyze free text responses. Setting and Participants In total,14 patients undergoing elective skull base surgery (with pathologies including skull base meningioma, craniopharyngioma, pituitary adenoma, Rathke cleft cyst, and olfactory neuroblastoma) were prospectively identified at a single unit. Results After 3D model exposure, there was a net trend toward reduced patient-reported anxiety and enhanced patient-perceived involvement in treatment. Thirteen of 14 patients (93%) felt better about their operation and 13/14 patients (93%) thought all patients should have access to personalized 3D models. After exposure, there was a net trend toward improved patient-reported understanding of surgical risks, lesion location, and extent of feeling informed. Thirteen of 14 patients (93%) felt the model helped them understand the surgical anatomy better. Analysis of free text responses to the model found mixed sentiment: 47% positive, 35% neutral, and 18% negative. Conclusion In the context of skull base neurosurgery, personalized 3D-printed models of skull base pathology can inform the surgical consent process, impacting the levels of patient understanding and anxiety.

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“…rough 3D printing, anatomical structures can be reconstructed. en physical models can be created to prepare various surgical models, tumor models, vascular models, neural prostheses, and skull repair materials required by neurosurgeons for clinical practice and surgical simulation training [21][22][23][24].…”

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Application of Three-Dimensional (3D) Printing in Neurosurgery

et al. 2022

Advances in Materials Science and Engineering

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Three-dimensional (3D) printing has been increasingly used in various fields of medicine, such as in auxiliary diagnosis and treatment, medical teaching, and regenerative medicine. Most operations performed by neurosurgeons and associated pathological examinations involve complex, microscopic anatomical structures that cannot be observed outside. 3D-printed models can reproduce anatomical structures, pathological tissues, and cells with high accuracy, enhancing our understanding of complex aspects of anatomy and pathology. They can also assist in preoperative planning and simulation, help in surgical or interventional surgery precision medicine, and improve the effectiveness of treatments. This review comprehensively summarizes and discusses its current application progress and problems, including treatments for common diseases (e.g., intracranial tumors, intracranial hemorrhage, intracranial aneurysms, skull repair, and neural prosthetics), clinical training, and preoperative plans. With its widespread applications, 3D printing as an innovative tool will provide new directions for developing imaging, strategies, and interventions in neurosurgical diseases.

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3D Printing in Neurosurgery

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Current applications of 3d printing in neurosurgery

Current applications of 3d printing in neurosurgery

Exploring the Impact of Using Patient-Specific 3D Prints during Consent for Skull Base Neurosurgery

Application of Three-Dimensional (3D) Printing in Neurosurgery

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