Development of 3-dimensional printed simulation surgical training models for endoscopic endonasal and transorbital surgery.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Endoscopic skull base surgery (ESBS) is complex, requiring methodical and unremitting surgical training. Herein, we describe the development and evaluation of a novel three-dimensional (3D) printed simulation model for ESBS. We further validate the efficacy of this model as educational support in neurosurgical training.

Methods

A patient-specific 3D printed simulation model using living human imaging data was established and evaluated in a task-based hands-on dissection program. Endoscopic endonasal and transorbital procedures were simulated on the model by neurosurgeons and otorhinolaryngology surgeons of varying experience. All procedures were recorded using a high-definition camera coupled with digital video recorder system. The participants were asked to compl

SUBMITTER: Lee WJ 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9389537 | biostudies-literature | 2022

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature