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Demonstration of Normal and Abnormal Fetal Brains Using 3D Printing from In Utero MR Imaging Data.
D Jarvis1, P D Griffiths2, C Majewski3
1From the Academic Unit of Radiology (D.J., P.D.G.) deborah.jarvis@sheffield.ac.uk.
AJNR. American Journal of Neuroradiology
|April 16, 2016
Summary
Three-dimensional (3D) printing technology creates accurate models from 3D data. This study details methods for 3D printing the fetal brain using in utero magnetic resonance (MR) imaging data.
Area of Science:
- Medical Imaging
- Biomedical Engineering
- Radiology
Background:
- Three-dimensional (3D) printing is an emerging manufacturing technology.
- Radiology provides abundant 3D datasets, facilitating technology adoption.
- 3D models are valuable for surgical planning in various specialties.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe methods for 3D printing the fetal brain.
- To utilize data from in utero magnetic resonance (MR) imaging for fetal brain modeling.
Main Methods:
- Acquisition of in utero fetal MR imaging data.
- Processing of MR imaging data to generate 3D datasets.
- Application of 3D printing techniques to create physical fetal brain models.
Main Results:
- Successful generation of high-fidelity 3D printed models of the fetal brain.
- Demonstration of the feasibility of using in utero MR data for this purpose.
Conclusions:
- 3D printing of the fetal brain from in utero MR imaging is feasible.
- This technique offers potential for enhanced understanding and planning in fetal medicine.
