Article ; Online: A Novel Low-Cost, Open-Source, Three-Dimensionally Printed Thyroplasty Simulator.
Journal of voice : official journal of the Voice Foundation
2023
Abstract: Objective: Training of surgical procedures on awake patients, such as medialization thyroplasty, poses challenges to educators and trainees. Three-dimensionally (3D)-printed simulators provide opportunity to practice in low-stakes settings. We present ... ...
Abstract | Objective: Training of surgical procedures on awake patients, such as medialization thyroplasty, poses challenges to educators and trainees. Three-dimensionally (3D)-printed simulators provide opportunity to practice in low-stakes settings. We present the first 3D-printed thyroplasty simulator incorporating a cartilaginous framework, endolaryngeal soft tissue housed in a 3D-printed manikin with endoscopic visualization. Methods: Male and female laryngeal cartilages and endolarynx molds were 3D printed from an existing open-source design. Cartilage models were made of heat-treated polylactic acid (HTPLA), a material chosen for its thermal stability, allowing drilling. They were combined with molded silicone endolarynges modeling glottic insufficiency. Larynges were set in a 3D-printed head-and-neck manikin with an attached borescope for internal visualization similar to distal chip laryngoscopy. Eight laryngologists evaluated the simulator by drilling a thyroplasty window, inserting an implant for medialization, and rating the model using a modified Michigan Standard Simulation Experience Scale (1 = strongly disagree, 5 = strongly agree). Results: The model was well rated in educational value (mean 4.7, standard deviation [SD] 0.3), fidelity (mean 3.8, SD 0.2), and overall value (mean 4.8, SD 0.5). Qualitative assessment concluded the model was anatomically realistic and that HTPLA was a good approximation of the density and texture of thyroid cartilage. The materials for one larynx cost $4.09. Conclusion: This high-fidelity 3D-printed simulator demonstrates educational value for thyroplasty training. The low-cost, open-source design has broad implications for universal access to this simulator platform. |
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Language | English |
Publishing date | 2023-11-29 |
Publishing country | United States |
Document type | Journal Article |
ZDB-ID | 17459-2 |
ISSN | 1873-4588 ; 1557-8658 ; 0892-1997 |
ISSN (online) | 1873-4588 ; 1557-8658 |
ISSN | 0892-1997 |
DOI | 10.1016/j.jvoice.2023.11.016 |
Database | MEDical Literature Analysis and Retrieval System OnLINE |
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