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Azad Mashari1,2, Mario Montealegre-Gallegos2, Ziyad Knio3
1Department of Anesthesia and Pain Management, Toronto General Hospital, University Health Network, University of Toronto, Toronto, Canada.
Echo Research and Practice
|December 16, 2016
Summary
Three-dimensional (3D) printing of cardiac anatomy models from 3D transesophageal echocardiography (TEE) is now feasible. This review details the process, aiding clinical implementation of patient-specific 3D cardiac models.
Area of Science:
- Cardiology
- Medical Imaging
- Biomedical Engineering
Background:
- Three-dimensional (3D) printing is a rapidly advancing technology with significant potential in diagnosing and managing cardiac diseases.
- The creation of 3D printed cardiac models from 3D transesophageal echocardiography (TEE) data is a recent development.
Approach:
- This review provides a comprehensive overview of the entire process of generating 3D printed cardiac models from TEE data.
- It covers essential aspects including logistics, required tools and materials, image acquisition strategies, data handling, segmentation, and the printing process itself.
Key Points:
- Implementing echocardiography-derived 3D printing in clinical settings can be challenging due to the multiple steps and specialized equipment involved.
- The review aims to demystify this process for easier adoption.
- Patient-specific anatomical models can be successfully generated from echocardiographic data.
Conclusions:
- Generating patient-specific cardiac anatomy models using 3D printing from echocardiographic data is a practical and achievable application.
- This technology offers a valuable tool for the diagnosis and management of cardiac conditions.
