Researches on 3D-printed tumor models along with cranial nerves are not being frequently reported. The development of 3D models by rapid prototyping technique is being increasingly utilized in many surgical specialities.īenefit of this technology in improving surgical blueprint, aiding in diagnostic quality, decreasing blood loss, and shortening operating time have been favorably reported. Here patients imaging data can be compiled into a 3D-printed model allowing a more practical assessment along with simulation preoperatively. This technology allows surgeons to develop their operative precision.
Surgeons have relied on cadaver specimens for better anatomical mileage and honing their surgical skillset, but cadavers are difficult to acquire. Traditionally surgeon's anatomical knowledge, surgical skills, and experience, aided with intraoperative neurophysiologic monitoring and neuronavigation were utilized for proper tumor resection and protecting surrounding structures.
Micro-neurosurgical techniques have undergone rapid advancement with shifting of attention in skull base surgery to preserve important cranial blood vessels and nerves along with maximal tumor resection. Skull base contains many major neurovascular structures in a confined space, along with anatomical variations making surgical approaches to this region challenging.ĭevelopment of surgical training devices to improve the required surgical skills along with the precise diagnosis and proper surgical plans are needed to reduce surgical complications. Tumors of the skull base are commonly benign compared with those in other anatomical locations and complete excision leads to good outcome. The 3D printer was definitely "The Missing Piece" from my electronics workshop.Application of three-dimensional (3D) printing technology in neurosurgery have gained popularity nowadays.
it doesn't matter at all, because if it doesn't fit - I could design and print it myself. Before when I used to order parts, I always used to wonder if the parts would fit into my projects resources. I am totally lost in the 3D printing heaven.ģD printing has changed my electronics workshop life forever. I've been a "maker" since I was 10 years old, and have always constructed and made my own stuff. From designing 3D Models to printing them using the 3D printer has now become my new hobby. There are so many things you can do using a 3D printer. The STL files used in this project are all downloaded from I have uploaded a copy of all the 3D Objects to my GitHub repository, the link is in the description below.ģD printing has changed my life. 3D Printing is a highly addictive hobby! This is the very first time I am using my 3D printer to print something electronics related.
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