Creation of a three-dimensional printed spine model for training in pain procedures.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

Technological developments have made it possible to create simulation models to educate clinicians on surgical techniques and patient preparation. In this study, we created an inexpensive lumbar spine phantom using patient data and analyzed its usefulness in clinical education.

Methods

This randomized comparative study used computed tomography and magnetic resonance imaging data from a single patient to print a three-dimensional (3D) bone framework and create a mold. The printed bones and structures made from the mold were placed in a simulation model that was used to train residents. The residents were divided into two groups: Group L, which received only an audiovisual lecture, and Group P, which received an additional 1 hour of training using the 3D phantom. The

SUBMITTER: Koh JC 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8579332 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature