Optimization of 3D Print Material for the Recreation of Patient-Specific Temporal Bone Models.

CONCLUSION: A PETG 3D printed temporal bone models performed the best for realistic appearance and HF as compared with PLA, ABS, PC, and nylon. The PLA and ABS were reliable alternatives that also performed well with both measures.
PMID: 29667491 [PubMed - in process]

Source: The Annals of Otology, Rhinology, and Laryngology - April 20, 2018 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Haffner M, Quinn A, Hsieh TY, Strong EB, Steele T Tags: Ann Otol Rhinol Laryngol Source Type: research