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Oculopalpebral prosthesis prototype design using the additive manufacturing technique: A case study.

E Vázquez-Silva1, D D Bohorquez-Vivas1, P G Peña-Tapia2

  • 1Department of Mechanical Engineering/Research Group on New Materials and Transformation Processes (GIMAT), Salesian Polytechnic University (UPS), Cuenca, Azuay, Ecuador.

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This study demonstrates how 3D printing and computed tomography create custom oculopalpebral prostheses for facial reconstruction, improving patient aesthetics and quality of life in reconstructive surgery.

Area of Science:

  • Biomedical Engineering
  • Reconstructive Surgery
  • Medical Imaging

Background:

  • Three-dimensional (3D) printing technology offers advanced solutions for reconstructive surgery.
  • Cancer treatment can necessitate facial reconstruction, including oculopalpebral prostheses.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To apply a comprehensive methodology using computed tomography and 3D printing for creating a personalized oculopalpebral prosthesis.
  • To evaluate the efficacy of this technology in improving aesthetics and quality of life for a patient with facial cancer.

Main Methods:

  • Utilized computed tomography to obtain detailed anatomical data.
  • Employed 3D printing to design and fabricate a prototype oculopalpebral prosthesis.
  • Developed and tested the prototype for facial adaptation and patient comfort.
Keywords:
3D printingAblative oncology surgeryAnaplastologyComputerized tomographyOculopalpebralStereolithography

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Main Results:

  • A personalized 3D-printed oculopalpebral prosthesis was successfully created.
  • The prosthesis demonstrated an excellent adaptation to the patient's facial structure.
  • Significant improvements in aesthetics and quality of life were reported by the patient.

Conclusions:

  • The integrated methodology of computed tomography and 3D printing is effective for designing patient-specific facial prostheses.
  • This technology holds promise for permanent prosthetic solutions in facial rehabilitation.
  • The study highlights the potential for wider application of 3D printing in reconstructive surgery for patients needing facial prosthetics.