ArticleEuropean journal of trauma and emergency surgery : official publication of the European Trauma Society2024
Evaluation of a 3D-printed hands-on radius fracture model during teaching courses.
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- Evaluating the educational impact of tomography-based high-resolution 3D-printed distal radius fracture models.BMC medical education · 2025Trial
- Three-dimensional printed models improve orthopedic residents' understanding of adolescent idiopathic scoliosis.BMC medical education · 2025Trial
- 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
- Research hotspots and frontier trends in the field of 3D printing in medical education from 2010 to 2025: a bibliometric analysis.3D printing in medicine · 2025Article
- Evaluating the value of 3D-printed bone models with fracture fragments connected by flexible rods for training and preoperative planning.3D printing in medicine · 2025Article
- Clinical Application of 3D-Assisted Surgery Techniques in Treatment of Intra-Articular Distal Radius Fractures: A Systematic Review in 718 Patients.Journal of clinical medicine · 2024Review
- An MRI-Based Method for the Morphologic Assessment of the Anterior Tibial Tuberosity.Journal of clinical medicine · 2024Article
- Advances of 3D printing technologies in orthopaedic trauma and surgical training: a transformative approach.European journal of trauma and emergency surgery : official publication of the European Trauma Society · 2024Article
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Abstract
objectiveThis study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of a 3D-printed hands-on radius fracture model for teaching courses. The model was designed to enhance understanding and knowledge of radius fractures among medical students during their clinical training.
methodsThe 3D models of radius fractures were generated using CT scans and computer-aided design software. The models were then 3D printed using Fused-Filament-Fabrication (FFF) technology. A total of 170 undergraduate medical students participated in the study and were divided into three groups. Each group was assigned one of three learning aids: conventional X-ray, CT data, or a 3D-printed model. After learning about the fractures, students completed a questionnaire to assess their understanding of fracture mechanisms, ability to assign fractures to the AO classification, knowledge of surgical procedures, and perception of the teaching method as well as the influence of such courses on their interest in the specialty of trauma surgery. Additionally, students were tested on their ability to allocate postoperative X-ray images to the correct preoperative image or model and to classify them to the AO classification.
resultsThe 3D models were well received by the students, who rated them as at least equal or better than traditional methods such as X-ray and CT scans. Students felt that the 3D models improved their understanding of fracture mechanisms and their ability to explain surgical procedures. The results of the allocation test showed that the combination of the 3D model and X-ray yielded the highest accuracy in classifying fractures according to the AO classification system, although the results were not statistically significant.
conclusionThe 3D-printed hands-on radius fracture model proved to be an effective teaching tool for enhancing students' understanding of fracture anatomy. The combination of 3D models with the traditional imaging methods improved students' ability to classify fractures and allocate postoperative images correctly.
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