Dynamic 3D-printed anatomical models are rapidly
transforming otorhinolaryngology by providing high-fidelity, patient-specific
tools for surgical planning, education, and training. Evidence shows that these
models replicate complex ENT anatomy with deviations from imaging data of less
than 5%, while multi-material printing enhances tactile and visual realism by
distinguishing bone, cartilage, and soft tissues. Their use in surgical
training has been associated with improved procedural accuracy, trainee confidence,
and skill acquisition, offering an ethical and reproducible alternative to
cadaveric dissection. In clinical practice, patient-specific models aid
preoperative planning, reduce operative duration, refine surgical strategies,
and facilitate communication with patients and families. The integration of
these models with augmented reality, surgical navigation, and telemedicine
platforms has expanded opportunities for global collaboration and remote
education. Despite these advantages, challenges persist, including high
production costs, limited replication of tissue biomechanics, lack of
standardised evaluation metrics, and sustainability concerns. Nevertheless,
advances in bioprinting, smart materials, and digital integration hold promise
to overcome current barriers and further strengthen their role in ENT surgical
practice.
Author(s) Details
Shrikrishna B H
Department of ENT, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Bibinagar,
India.
Deepa G
Department of Anatomy, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Bibinagar,
India.
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