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B Mitchell Bodily1, Anton Edelmann1, Kozdronkiewicz Michal1
1Obstetrics and Gynecology Residency Program, and the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Tripler Army Medical Center, Honolulu, Hawaii.
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Summary
Three-dimensional (3D)-printed vaginal molds offer a personalized, passive solution for vaginal stenosis after gynecologic cancer treatment. This approach effectively maintains vaginal function and improves quality of life.
Area of Science:
- Oncology
- Medical Device Technology
- Reconstructive Surgery
Background:
- Pelvic radiation therapy for gynecologic cancers frequently causes vaginal stenosis, impairing sexual function.
- Current vaginal dilation therapy exhibits low patient adherence.
- Three-dimensional (3D)-printed vaginal molds present a novel, individualized, and passive alternative for stenosis management.
