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3D printing in neurosurgery: A systematic review
Michael Randazzo1, Jared M Pisapia2, Nickpreet Singh1
1Perelman School of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA.
Surgical Neurology International
|December 7, 2016
Summary
Three-dimensional (3D) printing offers practical and accurate patient-specific models for neurosurgery. This technology aids surgical planning, simulation, training, and implant development, advancing the field.
Area of Science:
- Neurosurgery
- Medical Technology
- Biomedical Engineering
Background:
- Three-dimensional (3D) printing is increasingly utilized in neurosurgery.
- This review explores the literature on rapid prototyping applications in neurosurgical practice.
Approach:
- A systematic literature search was performed using Compendex, Scopus, and PubMed.
- Keywords included "3D printing" and "neurosurgery"; results were screened for relevance.
Key Points:
- 36 relevant articles were identified and reviewed.
- Applications span cerebrovascular, neuro-oncologic, spinal, functional, and endoscopic neurosurgery.
Conclusions:
- 3D printing provides practical, anatomically accurate models for neurosurgical applications.
- These applications include patient-specific surgical planning, simulation, training, tissue-engineered implants, and device fabrication.
- Further expansion of 3D printing technology holds potential for significant advancements in neurosurgery.
