Cranioplast fabrication in a comatose patient: A clinical report

Ghosh, Modhupa; Kaur, Harsimran; Dua, Madhuri; Nanda, Aditi; Verma, Mahesh

doi:10.1016/j.prosdent.2020.02.014

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“…[ 5 ] It allowed a uniform gypsum product around the wax pattern, thus avoiding distortion of the wax pattern. [ 7 ] It also ensures the proper polymerisation of heat cure PMMA without any water seepage and thus reduces porosities in the final prosthesis.…”

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Stereophotogrammetric Method for Fabrication of Cranioplast Using Digital Facial Scan Technology - A Case Report

Gupta

Gill

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Annals of Maxillofacial Surgery

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Rationale: Traumatic brain injury is the most common cause of cranial defects. Cranioplasty is the surgical intervention performed to repair cranial defects. The purpose of a cranioplast is to protect the underlying brain tissues, reduce pain, and improve calvarial contour and symmetry. Patient Concerns: This case report describes the management of an ambulatory aided patient who met with a road traffic accident and had undergone decompressive craniectomy. Diagnosis: Noncontrast computed tomography confirmed the frontal cranial defect and was planned for decompressive craniectomy. Treatment Plan: An innovative multi-camera three-dimensional (3D) face-scanning software (Bellus 3D) was used for facial scanning to obtain a 3D face model and fabrication of 3D model using rich presence technology. Outcomes: The wax pattern was then fabricated on a 3D-prototyped model and a customised polymethylmethacrylate cranioplast was fabricated. Take-Away Lessons: his method with the added advantage of rapid prototyping technology resulted in prosthesis with good aesthetics and better fit.

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Stereophotogrammetric Method for Fabrication of Cranioplast Using Digital Facial Scan Technology - A Case Report

Gupta

Gill

et al. 2022

Annals of Maxillofacial Surgery

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“…The use of 3D printing also contributes to the preparation of autologous transplants for craniofacial reconstruction surgeries in patients after severe burns [ 125 ]. Prostheses made with the use of 3D technology have high aesthetic value, which has become more important for patients nowadays [ 126 ]. In combination with the CAD software, it opens the way for the reconstruction of the continuity of the bone involving even complicated anatomical structures, e.g., the orbit [ 127 , 128 ].…”

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Low-Cost Cranioplasty—A Systematic Review of 3D Printing in Medicine

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The high cost of biofabricated titanium mesh plates can make them out of reach for hospitals in low-income countries. To increase the availability of cranioplasty, the authors of this work investigated the production of polymer-based endoprostheses. Recently, cheap, popular desktop 3D printers have generated sufficient opportunities to provide patients with on-demand and on-site help. This study also examines the technologies of 3D printing, including SLM, SLS, FFF, DLP, and SLA. The authors focused their interest on the materials in fabrication, which include PLA, ABS, PET-G, PEEK, and PMMA. Three-dimensional printed prostheses are modeled using widely available CAD software with the help of patient-specific DICOM files. Even though the topic is insufficiently researched, it can be perceived as a relatively safe procedure with a minimal complication rate. There have also been some initial studies on the costs and legal regulations. Early case studies provide information on dozens of patients living with self-made prostheses and who are experiencing significant improvements in their quality of life. Budget 3D-printed endoprostheses are reliable and are reported to be significantly cheaper than the popular counterparts manufactured from polypropylene polyester.

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Cranioplast fabrication in a comatose patient: A clinical report

Cited by 2 publications

References 11 publications

Stereophotogrammetric Method for Fabrication of Cranioplast Using Digital Facial Scan Technology - A Case Report

Stereophotogrammetric Method for Fabrication of Cranioplast Using Digital Facial Scan Technology - A Case Report

Low-Cost Cranioplasty—A Systematic Review of 3D Printing in Medicine

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