Using 3D printed sinonasal models to visualize and optimize personalized sinonasal sinus irrigation strategies.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Topical sinus irrigations (neti-pot, squeeze bottles) play a critical role in the management of sinonasal disease. However, due to intricate nasal anatomy, penetration of topical irrigations to targeted sinus regions may be highly variable, and difficult to objectively predict. Variables, including head positions, injection angles, flow rates, etc. may vary significantly depending on the individual's anatomy.

Objective

The purpose of this study was to propose a novel idea: using a 3D printed model of sinonasal cavities to visualize and develop a patient-specific irrigation strategy.

Methods

As a proof of concept, 3D replicas of one patient's sinonasal cavities pre- and post-surgery were printed with a Form2 SLA 3D printer based on their CT scans. The setup

SUBMITTER: Zhao K 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7570999 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature