ReviewSurgical neurology international2016
3D printing in neurosurgery: A systematic review.
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66 citing papers in PubMed, 2 syntheses or guidelines pooled it.
- Training models and simulators for endoscopic transsphenoidal surgery: a systematic review.Neurosurgical review · 2023Pooled it
- Design and Physical Properties of 3-Dimensional Printed Models Used for Neurointervention: A Systematic Review of the Literature.Neurosurgery · 2020Pooled it
- A novel 3D printed model for educating medical students on limb fractures: a randomized controlled preliminary study.Journal of orthopaedic surgery and research · 2024Trial
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- Surgical Nuances for Safeguarding Anomalous Vertebral Artery during Atlantoaxial/Occipital-C2 Fixation in Complex CV Junction Pathologies: Operative Video Article.Asian journal of neurosurgery · 2026Article
- Development and preliminary validation of a multidisciplinary 3D‑printed skull base model for endoscopic endonasal surgical training.3D printing in medicine · 2026Article
- Usefulness of Three-Dimensional-Printed Models in Clipping Intracranial Aneurysms via Keyhole Approaches: A Randomized Controlled Study.3D printing and additive manufacturing · 2026Article
- Transparent 3D-printed brain tumor model integrating tractography for planning minimally invasive transcortical resection of an intraventricular meningioma: A case report.Surgical neurology international · 2026Article
- Physical models and simulators in veterinary education: current status, learning impact, and future perspectives.Frontiers in veterinary science · 2026Review
- 3D-printed sustainable biocomposites via valorization of biomass: focus on challenges and their future perspectives.Environmental science and pollution research international · 2025Review
- Simulators with Haptic Feedback in Neurosurgery: Are We Reaching the "Aviator" Type of Training? Narrative Review and Future Perspectives.Life (Basel, Switzerland) · 2025Review
- Recent advances in 3D printing applications for CNS tumours.European journal of medical research · 2025Review
- Three-dimensional printing in modern orthopedic trauma surgery: a comprehensive analysis of technical evolution and clinical translation.Frontiers in medicine · 2025Review
- Enhancing Cervical Foraminotomy Outcomes With Patient-Specific 3D Anatomical Models: A Comparative Study.Cureus · 2024Article
- Validation of three-dimensional printed models of intracranial aneurysms.Interventional neuroradiology : journal of peritherapeutic neuroradiology, surgical procedures and related neurosciences · 2024Article
- Step-by-Step Implementation of Three-Dimensional Print Technology in Preoperative Neurosurgery Planning.Cureus · 2024Article
- The clinical value of preoperative 3D planning and 3D surgical guides for Imhäuser osteotomy in slipped capital femoral epipysis: a retrospective study.3D printing in medicine · 2024Article
- Status of Polymer Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM)-Based Three-Dimensional Printing (3DP) in the Pharmaceutical Industry.Polymers · 2024Review
- Quantitative assessment and objective improvement of the accuracy of neurosurgical planning through digital patient-specific 3D models.Frontiers in surgery · 2024Article
- Narrative review of patient-specific 3D visualization and reality technologies in skull base neurosurgery: enhancements in surgical training, planning, and navigation.Frontiers in surgery · 2024Review
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Abstract
backgroundThe recent expansion of three-dimensional (3D) printing technology into the field of neurosurgery has prompted a widespread investigation of its utility. In this article, we review the current body of literature describing rapid prototyping techniques with applications to the practice of neurosurgery.
methodsAn extensive and systematic search of the Compendex, Scopus, and PubMed medical databases was conducted using keywords relating to 3D printing and neurosurgery. Results were manually screened for relevance to applications within the field.
resultsOf the search results, 36 articles were identified and included in this review. The articles spanned the various subspecialties of the field including cerebrovascular, neuro-oncologic, spinal, functional, and endoscopic neurosurgery.
conclusionsWe conclude that 3D printing techniques are practical and anatomically accurate methods of producing patient-specific models for surgical planning, simulation and training, tissue-engineered implants, and secondary devices. Expansion of this technology may, therefore, contribute to advancing the neurosurgical field from several standpoints.
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