Design, printing optimization, and material testing of a 3D-printed nasal osteotomy task trainer.

ABSTRACT:

Background

For difficult or rare procedures, simulation offers an opportunity to provide education and training. In developing an adequate model to utilize in simulation, 3D printing has emerged as a useful technology to provide detailed, accessible, and high-fidelity models. Nasal osteotomy is an essential step in many rhinoplasty surgeries, yet it can be challenging to perform and difficult to receive adequate exposure to this nuanced portion of the procedure. As it currently stands, there are limited opportunities to practice nasal osteotomy due to the reliance on cadaveric bones, which are expensive, difficult to obtain, and require appropriate facilities and personnel. While previous designs have been developed, these models leave room for improvement in printing efficiency, c

SUBMITTER: Schlegel L 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10339601 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature