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The key role of 3D printing and the new medical sterilizable threads in the development of the translaryngeal Tracheostomy Needle Introducer

Percutaneous tracheostomy is frequently performed in intensive care units in patients who require prolonged mechanical ventilation. The first crucial step for the physician in these procedures is the precise n...

Authors: Alessandro Terrani, Enrico Bassi, Alberto Ornaghi, Giacomo Bellani and Giuseppe Foti

3D-printed saw guides for lower arm osteotomy, a comparison between a synthetic CT and CT-based workflow

Three-dimensional (3D)-printed saw guides are frequently used to optimize osteotomy results and are usually designed based on computed tomography (CT), despite the radiation burden, as radiation-less alternati...

Authors: Koen Willemsen, Mirte H. M. Ketel, Frank Zijlstra, Mateusz C. Florkow, Ruurd J. A. Kuiper, Bart C. H. van der Wal, Harrie Weinans, Behdad Pouran, Freek J. Beekman, Peter R. Seevinck and Ralph J. B. Sakkers

Multi-color and Multi-Material 3D Printing of Knee Joint models

This study reports on a new method for the development of multi-color and multi-material realistic Knee Joint anatomical models with unique features. In particular, the design of a fibers matrix structure that...

Authors: Oliver Grimaldo Ruiz and Yasin Dhaher

Point-of-care manufacturing: a single university hospital’s initial experience

The integration of 3D printing technology in hospitals is evolving toward production models such as point-of-care manufacturing. This study aims to present the results of the integration of 3D printing technol...

Authors: Jose Antonio Calvo-Haro, Javier Pascau, José Manuel Asencio-Pascual, Felipe Calvo-Manuel, Maria José Cancho-Gil, Juan Francisco Del Cañizo López, María Fanjul-Gómez, Roberto García-Leal, Guillermo González-Casaurrán, Manuel González-Leyte, Juan Antonio León-Luis, Lydia Mediavilla-Santos, Santiago Ochandiano-Caicoya, Ramón Pérez-Caballero, Almudena Ribed-Sánchez, Javier Río-Gómez…

Systematic review of three-dimensional printing for simulation training of interventional radiology trainees

Three-dimensional (3D) printing has been utilized as a means of producing high-quality simulation models for trainees in procedure-intensive or surgical subspecialties. However, less is known about its role fo...

Authors: Chase Tenewitz, Rebecca T. Le, Mauricio Hernandez, Saif Baig and Travis E. Meyer

3D printing in neurosurgery education: a review

The objectives of this manuscript were to review the literature concerning 3D printing of brain and cranial vault pathology and use these data to define the gaps in global utilization of 3D printing technology...

Authors: Grace M. Thiong’o, Mark Bernstein and James M. Drake

A guideline for 3D printing terminology in biomedical research utilizing ISO/ASTM standards

First patented in 1986, three-dimensional (3D) printing, also known as additive manufacturing or rapid prototyping, now encompasses a variety of distinct technology types where material is deposited, joined, o...

Authors: Amy E. Alexander, Nicole Wake, Leonid Chepelev, Philipp Brantner, Justin Ryan and Kenneth C. Wang

Application of 3D printing and distributed manufacturing during the first-wave of COVID-19 pandemic. Our experience at a third-level university hospital

3D printing and distributed manufacturing represent a paradigm shift in the health system that is becoming critical during the COVID-19 pandemic. University hospitals are also taking on the role of manufacture...

Authors: Rubén Perez-Mañanes, Sonia García-de San José, Manuel Desco-Menéndez, Ignacio Sánchez-Arcilla, Esmeralda González-Fernández, Javier Vaquero-Martín, Javier Pascau González-Garzón, Lydia Mediavilla-Santos, Diego Trapero-Moreno and José Antonio Calvo-Haro

Applications of 3D printing in breast cancer management

Three-dimensional (3D) printing is a method by which two-dimensional (2D) virtual data is converted to 3D objects by depositing various raw materials into successive layers. Even though the technology was inve...

Authors: Arpine Galstyan, Michael J. Bunker, Fluvio Lobo, Robert Sims, James Inziello, Jack Stubbs, Rita Mukthar and Tatiana Kelil

Correction to: Urgent need hybrid production - what COVID-19 can teach us about dislocated production through 3d-printing and the maker scene

An amendment to this paper has been published and can be accessed via the original article.

Authors: Sascha Hartig, Sven Duda and Lennart Hildebrandt

Cranioplasty with three-dimensional customised mould for polymethylmethacrylate implant: a series of 16 consecutive patients with cost-effectiveness consideration

Different methods of cranioplasty for the reconstruction of bony skull defects exist. In the absence of the autologous bone flap, a customised manufactured implant may be the optimal choice, but this implant h...

Authors: Erasmo Barros da Silva Júnior, Afonso Henrique de Aragão, Marcelo de Paula Loureiro, Caetano Silva Lobo, Ana Flávia Oliveti, Rafael Martinelli de Oliveira and Ricardo Ramina

Precision of computed tomography and cartilage-reproducing image reconstruction method in generating digital model for potential use in 3D printing of patient-specific radial head prosthesis: a human cadaver study

A prosthetic replacement is a standard treatment for an irreparable radial head fracture; however, the surface mismatch of the commercially available designs is concerned for the long-term cartilage wear. The ...

Authors: Suriya Luenam, Theeraset Bantuchai, Arkaphat Kosiyatrakul, Malee Chanpoo, Kantapat Phakdeewisetkul and Chedtha Puncreobutr

Use of tracheobronchial tree 3-dimensional printed model: does it improve trainees’ understanding of segmentation anatomy? A prospective study

This prospective study investigated whether the use of 3D-printed model facilitates novice learning of radiology anatomy on multiplanar computed tomography (CT) when compared to traditional 2D-based learning t...

Authors: Christian O’Brien, Carolina A. Souza, Adnan Sheikh, Olivier Miguel and Timothy Wood

Comparing cost and print time estimates for six commercially-available 3D printers obtained through slicing software for clinically relevant anatomical models

3D printed patient-specific anatomical models have been applied clinically to orthopaedic care for surgical planning and patient education. The estimated cost and print time per model for 3D printers have not ...

Authors: Joshua V. Chen, Alan B. C. Dang and Alexis Dang

Urgent need hybrid production - what COVID-19 can teach us about dislocated production through 3d-printing and the maker scene

The COVID-19 pandemic has led to large-scale shutdowns in society. This resulted in global supply bottlenecks for medical protective equipment. The so-called Maker Movement recognized this emerging problem ear...

Authors: Sascha Hartig, Sven Duda and Lennart Hildebrandt

Correction to: 3D printed bone models in oral and craniomaxillofacial surgery: a systematic review

An amendment to this paper has been published and can be accessed via the original article.

Authors: Matteo Meglioli, Adrien Naveau, Guido Maria Macaluso and Sylvain Catros

Optimization of community-led 3D printing for the production of protective face shields

As the healthcare system faced an acute shortage of personal protective equipment (PPE) during the COVID-19 pandemic, the use of 3D printing technologies became an innovative method of increasing production ca...

Authors: Peter Chengming Zhang, Yousuf Ahmed, Isra M. Hussein, Edem Afenu, Manon Feasson and Anser Daud

3D - Printed Patient Specific Instrumentation in Corrective Osteotomy of the Femur and Pelvis: A Review of the Literature

The paediatric patient population has considerable variation in anatomy. The use of Computed Tomography (CT)-based digital models to design three-dimensionally printed patient specific instrumentation (PSI) ha...

Authors: Njalalle Baraza, Chris Chapman, Sima Zakani and Kishore Mulpuri

MRI guided procedure planning and 3D simulation for partial gland cryoablation of the prostate: a pilot study

This study reports on the development of a novel 3D procedure planning technique to provide pre-ablation treatment planning for partial gland prostate cryoablation (cPGA).

Authors: Nicole Wake, Andrew B. Rosenkrantz, Daniel K. Sodickson, Hersh Chandarana and James S. Wysock

3D printing technology and internet of things prototyping in family practice: building pulse oximeters during COVID-19 pandemic

Family doctors can have an active role in identifying significant population needs and solutions. During the COVID-19 epidemic, patient home monitoring with pulse oximetry has been a key aspect of care of pati...

Authors: Matteo Capobussi and Lorenzo Moja

Low cost 3D printed clamps for external fixator for developing countries: a biomechanical study

External fixation is a mainstream limb reconstruction technique, most often used after a traumatic injury. Due to the high rates of trauma in developing countries, external fixation devices are often utilized ...

Authors: Felix J. Landaeta, Jose Nauaki Shiozawa, Arthur Erdman and Cara Piazza

3D printed bone models in oral and cranio-maxillofacial surgery: a systematic review

This systematic review aimed to evaluate the use of three-dimensional (3D) printed bone models for training, simulating and/or planning interventions in oral and cranio-maxillofacial surgery.

Authors: Matteo Meglioli, Adrien Naveau, Guido Maria Macaluso and Sylvain Catros

Clinical applications of custom 3D printed implants in complex lower extremity reconstruction

Three dimensional printing has greatly advanced over the past decade and has made an impact in several industries. Within the field of orthopaedic surgery, this technology has vastly improved education and adv...

Authors: Rishin J. Kadakia, Colleen M. Wixted, Nicholas B. Allen, Andrew E. Hanselman and Samuel B. Adams

3D printing in critical care: a narrative review

3D printing (3DP) has gained interest in many fields of medicine including cardiology, plastic surgery, and urology due to its versatility, convenience, and low cost. However, critical care medicine, which is ...

Authors: Mina Boshra, Justin Godbout, Jeffrey J. Perry and Andy Pan

3D printed mask extenders as a supplement to isolation masks to relieve posterior auricular discomfort: an innovative 3D printing response to the COVID-19 pandemic

Many commonly used mask designs are secured by elastic straps looping around the posterior auricular region. This constant pressure and friction against the skin may contribute to increased wearer pain, irrita...

Authors: Zachary O’Connor, Daniel Huellewig, Peeti Sithiyopasakul, Jason A. Morris, Connie Gan and David H. Ballard

Chest wall reconstruction with an anatomically designed 3-D printed titanium ribs and hemi-sternum implant

Chest wall resection following wide local excision for bone tumor results in a large defect. Reconstructing this defect is complex and requires skeletal and soft tissue reconstruction. We describe the reconstr...

Authors: Ira Goldsmith, Peter Llewelyn Evans, Heather Goodrum, James Warbrick-Smith and Thomas Bragg

Can 3D surgical planning and patient specific instrumentation reduce hip implant inventory? A prospective study

Modern designs of joint replacements require a large inventory of components to be available during surgery. Pre-operative CT imaging aids 3D surgical planning and implant sizing, which should reduce the inven...

Authors: Anna Di Laura, Johann Henckel, Harry Hothi and Alister Hart

Clinical situations for which 3D printing is considered an appropriate representation or extension of data contained in a medical imaging examination: adult cardiac conditions

Medical 3D printing as a component of care for adults with cardiovascular diseases has expanded dramatically. A writing group composed of the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) Special Interest Group...

Authors: Arafat Ali, David H. Ballard, Waleed Althobaity, Andy Christensen, Mariah Geritano, Michelle Ho, Peter Liacouras, Jane Matsumoto, Jonathan Morris, Justin Ryan, Rami Shorti, Nicole Wake, Frank J. Rybicki and Adnan Sheikh

The effect of metal artefact on the design of custom 3D printed acetabular implants

3D Printed custom-made implants constitute a viable option in patients with acetabular Paprosky III defects. In these patients, needing complex hip revision surgery, the appreciation of the bony defect is cruc...

Authors: Anna Di Laura, Johann Henckel, Robert Wescott, Harry Hothi and Alister J. Hart

Treatment of dorsally dislocated distal radius fractures with individualized 3D printed bracing: an exploratory study

The aim of this work was to develop a three-dimensionally (3D) printed brace for the acute treatment of dorsally dislocated and correctly reduced distal radius fractures (DRF). The hypothesis was that a brace ...

Authors: H. M. J. Janzing, S. A. M. Bessems, M. A. P. Ligthart, E. M. M. Van Lieshout, H. P. Theeuwes, D. G. Barten and M. H. J. Verhofstad

A 3D-printed nasopharyngeal swab for COVID-19 diagnostic testing

The nasopharyngeal swab is a critical component of the COVID-19 testing kit. Supply chain remains greatly impacted by the pandemic. Teams from USF Health Radiology and Northwell Health System developed a 3D-pr...

Authors: Jonathan Ford, Todd Goldstein, Sean Trahan, Allison Neuwirth, Kyle Tatoris and Summer Decker

COVID-19 and a novel initiative to improve safety by 3D printing personal protective equipment parts from computed tomography

Powered air-purifying respirators are in short supply and can break down with extended use. Replacement parts can become hard to acquire. The aim of this study was to create an innovative quality improvement p...

Authors: John J. Coté, John Haggstrom, Ranuga Vivekanandan, Kristin A. Coté, Daniel L. Real, David P. Weber, Anne Cheng, Nicholas G. Dubay and Robin Farias-Eisner

Method to simulate distal flow resistance in coronary arteries in 3D printed patient specific coronary models

Three-dimensional printing (3DP) offers a unique opportunity to build flexible vascular patient-specific coronary models for device testing, treatment planning, and physiological simulations. By optimizing the...

Authors: Kelsey N. Sommer, Vijay Iyer, Kanako Kunishima Kumamaru, Ryan A. Rava and Ciprian N. Ionita

Intracranial vasculature 3D printing: review of techniques and manufacturing processes to inform clinical practice

In recent years, three-dimensional (3D) printing has been increasingly applied to the intracranial vasculature for patient-specific surgical planning, training, education, and research. Unfortunately, though, ...

Authors: Petrice M. Cogswell, Matthew A. Rischall, Amy E. Alexander, Hunter J. Dickens, Giuseppe Lanzino and Jonathan M. Morris

DICOM segmentation and STL creation for 3D printing: a process and software package comparison for osseous anatomy

Extracting and three-dimensional (3D) printing an organ in a region of interest in DICOM images typically calls for segmentation as a first step in support of 3D printing. The DICOM images are not exported to ...

Authors: Takashi Kamio, Madoka Suzuki, Rieko Asaumi and Taisuke Kawai

The use of 3D additive manufacturing technology in autogenous dental transplantation

In medicine and dentistry, 3D technology allows the virtual planning and printing of surgical replicas of anatomical structures that can facilitate certain transplant procedures. In dentistry, 3D technology is...

Authors: Pau Cahuana-Bartra, Abel Cahuana-Cárdenas, Lluís Brunet-Llobet, Marta Ayats-Soler, Jaume Miranda-Rius and Alejandro Rivera-Baró

A design process for a 3D printed patient-specific applicator for HDR brachytherapy of the orbit

This report describes a process for designing a 3D printed patient-specific applicator for HDR brachytherapy of the orbit.

Authors: Ergys Subashi, Corbin Jacobs, Rodney Hood, David G. Kirsch and Oana Craciunescu

A retrospective descriptive study of cranioplasty failure rates and contributing factors in novel 3D printed calcium phosphate implants compared to traditional materials

Failure rates with cranioplasty procedures have driven efforts to improve graft material and reduce reoperation. One promising allograft source is a 3D-printed titanium mesh with calcium phosphate filler. This...

Authors: Michael Koller, Daniel Rafter, Gillian Shok, Sean Murphy, Sheena Kiaei and Uzma Samadani

Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) 3D Printing Special Interest Group (SIG) clinical situations for which 3D printing is considered an appropriate representation or extension of data contained in a medical imaging examination: abdominal, hepatobiliary, and gastrointestinal conditions

Medical 3D printing has demonstrated value in anatomic models for abdominal, hepatobiliary, and gastrointestinal conditions. A writing group composed of the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) Special...

Authors: David H. Ballard, Nicole Wake, Jan Witowski, Frank J. Rybicki and Adnan Sheikh

Development of a dynamic Chest Wall and operating table simulator to enhance congenital heart surgery simulation

The Hands-On Surgical Training in Congenital Heart Surgery (HOST-CHS) program using 3D printed heart models has received positive feedback from attendees. However, improvements were necessary in the simulator ...

Authors: Brandon Peel, Pascal Voyer-Nguyen, Osami Honjo, Shi-Joon Yoo and Nabil Hussein

COVID-19 and the role of 3D printing in medicine

Authors: Rance Tino, Ryan Moore, Sam Antoline, Prashanth Ravi, Nicole Wake, Ciprian N. Ionita, Jonathan M. Morris, Summer J. Decker, Adnan Sheikh, Frank J. Rybicki and Leonid L. Chepelev

Understanding the relationship between slicing and measured fill density in material extrusion 3D printing towards precision porosity constructs for biomedical and pharmaceutical applications

Fill density is a critical parameter affecting the functional performance of 3D printed porous constructs in the biomedical and pharmaceutical domain. Numerous studies have reported the impact of fill density ...

Authors: Prashanth Ravi

Identifying a commercially-available 3D printing process that minimizes model distortion after annealing and autoclaving and the effect of steam sterilization on mechanical strength

Fused deposition modeling 3D printing is used in medicine for diverse purposes such as creating patient-specific anatomical models and surgical instruments. For use in the sterile surgical field, it is necessa...

Authors: Joshua V. Chen, Kara S. Tanaka, Alan B. C. Dang and Alexis Dang

Low-cost FDM 3D-printed modular electrospray/electrospinning setup for biomedical applications

Here, we report on the inexpensive fabrication of an electrospray/electrospinning setup by fused deposition modelling (FDM) 3D printing and provide the files and parameters needed to print this versatile devic...

Authors: Jing Huang, Vasileios Koutsos and Norbert Radacsi

A review of the manufacturing process and infection rate of 3D-printed models and guides sterilized by hydrogen peroxide plasma and utilized intra-operatively

3D printing in the context of medical application can allow for visualization of patient-specific anatomy to facilitate surgical planning and execution. Intra-operative usage of models and guides allows for re...

Authors: Graham Ka-Hon Shea, Kenneth Lap-Kei Wu, Iris Wai-Sum Li, Man-Fai Leung, Ada Lai-Ping Ko, Lane Tse, Sherby Suet-Ying Pang, Kenny Yat-Hong Kwan, Tak-Man Wong, Frankie Ka-Li Leung and Christian Xinshuo Fang

Non-contact visual control of personalized hand prostheses/exoskeletons by tracking using augmented reality glasses

A new concept for robust non-invasive optical activation of motorized hand prostheses by simple and non-contact commands is presented. In addition, a novel approach for aiding hand amputees is shown, outlining...

Authors: Simon Hazubski, Harald Hoppe and Andreas Otte

Imaging properties of 3D printed breast phantoms for lesion localization and Core needle biopsy training

Breast cancer is the most commonly diagnosed malignancy in females and frequently requires core needle biopsy (CNB) to guide management. Adequate training resources for CNB suffer tremendous limitations in reu...

Authors: Arafat Ali, Rifat Wahab, Jimmy Huynh, Nicole Wake and Mary Mahoney

3D printed CT-based abdominal structure mannequin for enabling research

An anthropomorphic phantom is a radiologically accurate, tissue realistic model of the human body that can be used for research into innovative imaging and interventional techniques, education simulation and c...

Authors: Vahid Anwari, Ashley Lai, Ali Ursani, Karina Rego, Behruz Karasfi, Shailaja Sajja and Narinder Paul

Simulation of semilunar valve function: computer-aided design, 3D printing and flow assessment with MR

The structure of the valve leaflets and sinuses are crucial in supporting the proper function of the semilunar valve and ensuring leaflet durability. Therefore, an enhanced understanding of the structural char...

Authors: Nabil Hussein, Pascal Voyer-Nguyen, Sharon Portnoy, Brandon Peel, Eric Schrauben, Christopher Macgowan and Shi-Joon Yoo

Custom-made 3D printed subperiosteal titanium implants for the prosthetic restoration of the atrophic posterior mandible of elderly patients: a case series

To present the application of custom-made 3D-printed subperiosteal implants for fixed prosthetic restoration of the atrophic posterior mandible of elderly patients.

Authors: Carlo Mangano, Andrea Bianchi, Francesco Guido Mangano, Jessica Dana, Marco Colombo, Ivan Solop and Oleg Admakin