Trial reportBMC medical education2022
Utility of 3D printed models as adjunct in acetabular fracture teaching for Orthopaedic trainees.
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- Integrating problem-based learning with virtual simulation in trauma orthopedic education: effects on learning outcomes and student satisfaction.BMC medical education · 2026Trial
- Three-dimensional printed models improve orthopedic residents' understanding of adolescent idiopathic scoliosis.BMC medical education · 2025Trial
- Integration of 3D printing and case-based learning in clinical practice for the treatment of developmental dysplasia of the hip.BMC medical education · 2024Trial
- Three-Dimensional Printing in Pediatric Orthopaedics: Cost Analysis and Emerging Applications.Journal of the Pediatric Orthopaedic Society of North America · 2026Review
- Experience-stratified efficacy of 3D printed models in assisting orthopedic residents with pelvic ring injury classification: a comparative analysis.Journal of orthopaedic surgery and research · 2025Observational
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- Advancements in orthopaedic medical Education: Exploring novel teaching strategies - A qualitative systematic review.Journal of clinical orthopaedics and trauma · 2025Article
- Implementing three-dimensional printed pelvises with idealized acetabular fractures to improve resident education.Journal of clinical orthopaedics and trauma · 2025Article
- Integrated 3D printing and case-based learning in orthopedic residency education for geriatric hip fracture management.Frontiers in surgery · 2025Article
- Orthopedic Trainees' Perception of the Educational Utility of Patient-Specific 3D-Printed Anatomical Models: A Questionnaire-Based Observational Study.Advances in medical education and practice · 2025Article
- From virtual to reality: application of a novel 3D printing hollow model for early-stage lung cancer in the clinical teaching of thoracoscopic sublobar resection.Frontiers in oncology · 2025Article
- 3D-printed model is a useful addition in orthopedic resident education for the understanding of tibial plateau fractures.Scientific reports · 2024Article
- Efficacy of 3D printing-assisted treatment for acetabular fractures.Joint diseases and related surgery · 2024Article
- The Novel Impact of Augmented Reality and 3D Printing in the Diagnosis of Complex Acetabular Fractures: A Comparative Randomized Study in Orthopedic Residents.Journal of clinical medicine · 2024Article
- Clinical Applications of "In-Hospital" 3D Printing in Hip Surgery: A Systematic Narrative Review.Journal of clinical medicine · 2024Review
- Case Report: Custom made 3D implants for glenoid tumor reconstruction should be designed as reverse total shoulder arthroplasty.Frontiers in surgery · 2024Article
- Single pararectus approach combined with three-dimensional guidance for the treatment of acetabular fracture.Quantitative imaging in medicine and surgery · 2023Article
- Three-Dimensional Printed Plate Template Versus Hemipelvis Model in Patient-Specific Plate Preparation for Posterior Wall Acetabular Fractures.Orthopaedic surgery · 2023Article
- Current Concepts in the Resection of Bone Tumors Using a Patient-Specific Three-Dimensional Printed Cutting Guide.Current oncology (Toronto, Ont.) · 2023Review
- The Use of 3D Printing as an Educational Tool in Orthopaedics.JB & JS open accessReview
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Abstract
objectiveTo evaluate the use of 3-D printed models as compared to didactic lectures in the teaching of acetabular fractures for Orthopaedic trainees.
methodsThis was a randomised prospective study conducted in a tertiary hospital setting which consisted of 16 Orthopaedic residents. Ten different cases of acetabular fracture patterns were identified and printed as 3-D models. The baseline knowledge of orthopaedic residents regarding acetabular fracture classification and surgical approach was determined by an x-ray based pre-test. Trainees were then randomly assigned into two groups. Group I received only lectures. Group II were additionally provided with 3-D printed models during the lecture. Participants were then assessed for comprehension and retention of teaching.
resultsSixteen trainees participated in the trial. Both Group 1 and 2 improved post teaching with a mean score of 2.5 and 1.9 to 4.4 and 6 out of 10 respectively. The post test score for fracture classification and surgical approach were significantly higher for 3-D model group (p < 0.05). Trainees felt that the physical characteristics of the 3-D models were a good representation of acetabular fracture configuration, and should be used routinely for teaching and surgical planning.
conclusion3-D printed model of real clinical cases have significant educational impact compared to lecture-based learning towards improving young trainees' understanding of complex acetabular fractures.
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