Table 7 Measurements of the anatomical characteristics of the natural and 3D-printed models of the phalanges
Anatomical characteristics | Bones (mm) | 3D-Printed model (mm) |
|---|---|---|
Length of proximal phalanx | 84.2 | 84.6 |
Thickness of the proximal articular surface (between eminences) – measured lateromedially | 56.0 | 56.5 |
Distal articular surface thickness (between eminences) – measured lateromedially | 47.7 | 47.9 |
Length of middle phalanx | 44.8 | 45.1 |
Proximal articular surface width | 53.4 | 53.6 |
Superficial caudal articular width | 51.4 | 52.2 |
Distal phalanx | ||
Distance from the extensor process to sole margin | 58.3 | 59.8 |
Distance between lateral and medial palm processes | 67.5 | 67.8 |
Lateral palmar process thickness | 5.0 | 5.3 |
Medial palmar process thickness | 4.5 | 4.7 |