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  • 1Serviço de Cirurgia Cardiotorácica, Hospitais da Universidade de Coimbra, ULS Coimbra.

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Three-dimensional (3D) models show great promise for chest wall reconstruction surgery, improving planning and training. While not widely accessible, surgeons find 3D printed models particularly beneficial for patient care.

Area of Science:

  • Surgical Innovation
  • Medical Imaging
  • Biomedical Engineering

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  • Three-dimensional (3D) models offer significant advantages in surgical planning across various specialties.
  • Their potential role in enhancing chest wall surgeries is a key area of investigation.
  • This study specifically evaluates the utility of 3D models in chest wall reconstruction procedures.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To assess the perceived usefulness of three-dimensional (3D) models in chest wall reconstruction surgeries.
  • To gather opinions from thoracic surgeons and residents on the application of 3D patient-specific models.
  • To compare the perceived benefits of 3D printed versus digital models in surgical planning.

Main Methods:

  • An online survey was distributed to thoracic surgeons and residents across the Iberian Peninsula and Latin America.
Keywords:
3DChest wallmodelprintedreconstruction

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  • Data from 145 respondents across 15 countries were analyzed using descriptive statistics.
  • The Mann-Whitney U test was employed to compare opinions between surgeons with and without experience using 3D models.

    • Main Results:

    • Most surgeons surveyed had not yet performed chest wall reconstructions using 3D patient-specific models.
    • Strong consensus exists on the benefits of 3D models for preoperative patient communication, surgical planning, and training.
    • Surgeons without 3D model experience rated their value for precise planning and surgery duration significantly higher.

    Conclusions:

    • Despite limited accessibility, three-dimensional (3D) patient-specific models are viewed very positively by surgeons for chest wall reconstruction.
    • Physical 3D printed models are perceived as more advantageous than digital models.
    • 3D models are considered beneficial for all patients undergoing chest wall reconstruction with rigid prostheses.