Three-Dimensional Photography and Computer Modeling as a Reconstructive Surgical Training Tool.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Reconstructive surgery operations are often complex, staged, and have a steep learning curve. As a vocational training requiring thorough three-dimensional (3D) understanding of reconstructive techniques, the use of 3D photography and computer modeling can accelerate this learning for surgical trainees.

Objectives

The authors illustrate the benefits of introducing a streamlined reconstructive pathway that integrates 3D photography and computer modeling, to create a learning database for use by trainees and patients alike, to improve learning and comprehension.

Methods

A computer database of 3D photographs and associated computer models was developed for 35 patients undergoing reconstructive facial surgery at the Royal Free Hospital, London, UK. This was use

SUBMITTER: Singh P 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10414136 | biostudies-literature | 2023

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature