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Development and Application of a No-Clog Surgical Suction Tip Using 3D Printing Technology
Jianji Wang1,2, Long Yang1,2, Minxian Ma2,3
1Department of Orthopedics, The Affiliated Hospital of Guizhou Medical University, Guiyang, Guizhou, China (mainland).
Summary
A novel 3D-printed anti-clog suction tip significantly reduces clogging during orthopedic surgery. This innovation improves surgical efficiency, reduces blood loss, and increases surgeon satisfaction.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedic Surgery
- Biomedical Engineering
- Medical Device Innovation
Background:
- Suction tip clogging is a common issue in orthopedic surgery, hindering efficiency.
- Existing suction tips are prone to obstruction by bone debris and fluids.
- This necessitates frequent interruptions for clearing or replacing the suction tip.
Purpose of the Study:
- To develop and evaluate a novel 3D-printed anti-clog suction tip.
- To improve efficiency and reduce complications associated with suction tip clogging in orthopedic procedures.
- To compare the performance of the novel tip against conventional suction tips.
Main Methods:
- Investigated causes of clogging in conventional orthopedic surgery suction tips.
- Designed and 3D-printed a novel anti-clog suction tip using CAD software.
- Compared novel and conventional tips in laboratory experiments and total hip replacement surgeries, assessing clogging frequency, replacement needs, time loss, surgical duration, blood loss, and surgeon satisfaction.
Main Results:
- Laboratory tests showed significantly reduced clogging and fluid removal time with the novel tip.
- Clinical trials demonstrated significantly lower clogging frequency, shorter surgical duration, and reduced intraoperative blood loss for the novel tip.
- Surgeons reported significantly higher satisfaction scores with the novel 3D-printed suction tip.
Conclusions:
- A surgeon-designed, 3D-printed anti-clog suction tip effectively resolves clogging issues in orthopedic surgery.
- The novel suction tip technology enhances surgical efficiency and patient safety.
- This innovation offers a promising solution for a persistent problem in orthopedic procedures, leading to high surgeon satisfaction.
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