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Digital Hybrid Model Preparation for Virtual Planning of Reconstructive Dentoalveolar Surgical Procedures
Published on: August 5, 2021
[Computer three-dimensional reconstruction of temporal bone based on CT slices and real model duplication]
Xi-ping Li1, De-min Han, Yin Xia
1Department of Otorhinolaryngology Head and Neck, Surgery, Affiliated Beijing Tongren Hospital of Capital University of Medical Sciences, Beijing 100730, China.
Summary
Rapid prototyping technology successfully created 3D temporal bone models from CT scans for surgical simulation. These models offer a promising tool for pre-operative practice in lateral skull base surgery.
Area of Science:
- Medical Imaging
- Biomedical Engineering
- Surgical Simulation
Background:
- Temporal bone anatomy presents surgical challenges.
- Accurate pre-operative planning is crucial for complex surgeries.
Purpose of the Study:
- To develop rapid prototyping models of the temporal bone using CT data.
- To evaluate the clinical application prospects of these models.
Main Methods:
- 3D models were reconstructed from spiral CT scans using Materialise Mimics software.
- Models were duplicated using an Auro SLA stereolithographic rapid prototyping machine.
- Operational practice was performed on the duplicated models.
Main Results:
- Successfully reconstructed and duplicated 3D temporal bone models.
- Models exhibited clear surface bony landmarks and internal delicate structures.
- Operational practice confirmed the models' utility for simulating temporal bone surgery.
Conclusions:
- Rapid prototyping can create accurate temporal bone models for pre-operative practice.
- These models have significant potential for lateral skull base surgery.
- Application can aid in surgical approach design and complication reduction.
