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Initial experience with a tailor-made simulation and navigation program using a 3-D printer model of kidney
M Kusaka1, M Sugimoto2, N Fukami1
1Department of Urology, Fujita-Health University School of Medicine, Toyoake, Aichi, Japan.
Transplantation Proceedings
|April 21, 2015
Summary
Three-dimensional (3-D) printing creates patient-specific surgical models for kidney transplantation. These 3-D printed replicas enhance surgical simulation and navigation, improving training and potentially reducing operation times.
Area of Science:
- Biomedical Engineering
- Surgical Technology
Background:
- Three-dimensional (3-D) printing systems enable the creation of realistic surgical models from patient-specific data.
- This study focuses on developing and evaluating 3-D printed kidney grafts and pelvic cavity replicas for living kidney transplantation.
Observation:
- Patient-specific 3-D organ models were created using multidetector computed tomography data and inkjet 3-D printing.
- Pelvic cavity replicas were manufactured using patient-specific anatomical data.
Findings:
- 3-D printed models facilitated planning and guidance for laparoscopic donor nephrectomy and recipient transplantation.
- Transparent 3-D replicas revealed intricate details of organs and blood vessels, surpassing conventional navigation methods.
- Personalized pelvic replicas allowed for virtual pre-surgical treatment of various pelvic conditions.
Implications:
- 3-D printed models offer superior anatomical reference for personalized simulation and navigation in kidney transplantation.
- The use of these models can potentially reduce surgical duration and enhance operating room staff, student, and trainee education.
- Sophisticated personalized 3-D replicas are advantageous for improving outcomes in kidney transplantation surgery.
