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Erschienen in: World Journal of Urology 4/2018

25.01.2018 | Topic Paper

Three dimensional models in uro-oncology: a future built with additive fabrication

verfasst von: Todd G. Manning, Jonathan S. O’Brien, Daniel Christidis, Marlon Perera, Jasamine Coles-Black, Jason Chuen, Damien M. Bolton, Nathan Lawrentschuk

Erschienen in: World Journal of Urology | Ausgabe 4/2018

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Abstract

Purpose

Three-dimensional (3D) printing was invented in 1983 but has only just begun to influence medicine and surgery. Conversion of digital images into physical models demonstrates promise to revolutionize multiple domains of surgery. In the field of uro-oncology, researchers and clinicians have recognized the potential of this technology and are working towards making it an integral part of urological practice. We review current literature regarding 3D printing and other 3D technology in the field of urology.

Method

A comprehensive assessment of contemporary literature was performed according to a modified PRISMA analysis for the purposes of this narrative review article. Medical databases that were searched included: Web of Science, EMBASE and Cochrane databases. Articles assessed were limited only to English-language peer-reviewed articles published between 1980 and 2017. The search terms used were “3D”, “3-dimensional”, “printing”, “printing technology”, “urology”, “surgery”. Acceptable articles were reviewed and incorporated for their merit and relevance with preference given for articles with high impact, original research and recent advances.

Results

Thirty-five publications were included in final analysis and discussion.

Conclusions

The area of 3D printing in Urology shows promising results, but further research is required and cost reduction must occur before clinicians fully embrace its use. As costs continue to decline and diversity of materials continues to expand, research and clinical utilization will increase. Recent advances have demonstrated the potential of this technology in the realms of education and surgical optimization. The generation of personalized organs using 3D printing scaffolding remains the ‘holy grail’ of this technology.
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Metadaten
Titel
Three dimensional models in uro-oncology: a future built with additive fabrication
verfasst von
Todd G. Manning
Jonathan S. O’Brien
Daniel Christidis
Marlon Perera
Jasamine Coles-Black
Jason Chuen
Damien M. Bolton
Nathan Lawrentschuk
Publikationsdatum
25.01.2018
Verlag
Springer Berlin Heidelberg
Erschienen in
World Journal of Urology / Ausgabe 4/2018
Print ISSN: 0724-4983
Elektronische ISSN: 1433-8726
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s00345-018-2201-2

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