Table 2 Evaluation of the model
From: 3D-printing a cost-effective model for mastoidectomy training
Question | Strongly agree | Agree | Neither agree or disagree | Disagree | Strongly disagree |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Using the 3D-printed models was helpful learning to use the surgical microscope and drills before proceeding to cadaver surgery | 21% (9) | 19% (2) | 0% (0) | 0% (0) | 0% (0) |
Drilling the 3D-printed models provided a better understanding of the mastoidectomy procedure before performing cadaver surgery | 73% (8) | 27% (3) | 0% (0) | 0% (0) | 0% (0) |
The anatomy of the model was comparable to a real temporal bone, excluding soft tissue components | 9% (1) | 91% (10) | 0% (0) | 0% (0) | 0% (0) |
The plastic of the model was comparable to drilling the real bone | 19% (2) | 62% (7) | 0% (0) | 19% (2) | 0% (0) |
The 3D-printed model served as a good introduction to the cadaver surgery | 91% (10) | 9% (1) | 0% (0) | 0% (0) | 0% (0) |