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Three dimensional models in uro-oncology: a future built with additive fabrication
Todd G Manning1,2, Jonathan S O'Brien3,4, Daniel Christidis3,4
1Department of Surgery, Austin Health, University of Melbourne, Studley Road Heidelberg, Melbourne, VIC, 3088, Australia. doctor.tmanning@gmail.com.
World Journal of Urology
|January 27, 2018
Summary
Three-dimensional (3D) printing is revolutionizing urology by enabling personalized surgical models and education. Further research and cost reduction are needed for widespread clinical adoption of this promising technology.
Area of Science:
- Biomedical Engineering
- Surgical Technology
- Urologic Oncology
Background:
- Three-dimensional (3D) printing, invented in 1983, is increasingly impacting medicine and surgery.
- Digital to physical model conversion shows potential to transform surgical practices.
- Uro-oncology is exploring the integration of 3D printing into clinical urology.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the current literature on 3D printing and related technologies in urology.
- To assess the potential and current applications of 3D printing in the field of urology.
Main Methods:
- A modified PRISMA analysis of contemporary literature.
- Searched Web of Science, EMBASE, and Cochrane databases for English-language, peer-reviewed articles (1980-2017).
- Keywords included "3D", "3-dimensional", "printing", "printing technology", "urology", and "surgery".
Main Results:
- Thirty-five publications were included in the final analysis.
- The literature indicates promising applications of 3D printing in urology.
Conclusions:
- 3D printing in urology shows significant promise, particularly in education and surgical optimization.
- Further research and cost reduction are essential for widespread clinical adoption.
- Advancements in materials and declining costs are expected to increase utilization, with personalized organ generation as a future goal.
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