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1aDepartment of Pediatric Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Cleveland Clinic bDigestive Disease Institute, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, Ohio, USA.
Current Opinion in Pediatrics
|June 22, 2016
Summary
Three-dimensional (3D) printing is revolutionizing pediatric hepatology and liver transplantation. This technology aids in surgical planning, medical education, and the future bioprinting of organs to address donor shortages.
Area of Science:
- Biomedical Engineering
- Regenerative Medicine
- Pediatric Hepatology
Background:
- Three-dimensional (3D) printing is an emerging technology with significant potential in various medical fields.
- Its application in pediatric hepatology and liver transplantation is rapidly evolving.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide a concise review of the current and future roles of 3D printing in pediatric hepatology and liver transplantation.
Main Methods:
- Review of recent advancements and applications of 3D printing in liver surgery, education, and regenerative medicine.
Main Results:
- 3D printing enables the creation of patient-specific liver models for presurgical planning of complex surgeries.
- 3D printed organs are being explored for medical education and drug testing.
- Regenerative medicine is developing mini-livers and aims to bioprint whole organs for transplantation.
Conclusions:
- 3D printing technology is poised to transform pediatric hepatology and liver transplantation.
- Applications range from surgical planning and education to the future bioprinting of organs, potentially solving organ shortages.
