3D-printed heart model to guide LAA closure: useful in clinical practice?
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DOI: 10.1007/s00330-018-5569-x
Abstract: ObjectivesCorrect device sizing for left atrial appendage (LAA) closure remains challenging due to complex LAA shapes. The aim of our study was to investigative the utility of personalized 3D-printed models (P3DPM) of the LAA to… read more here.
Keywords: laa closure; size; printed heart; device size ... See more keywords
3D PRINTED HEART VALVES: CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES
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DOI: 10.1016/s0735-1097(20)34168-1
Abstract: 3D printing holds the promise of constructing precision replacement heart valves with patient-specific customization and optimization. Can functional heart valves be 3D printed? Five heart valves were designed in CAD and fabricated using a Polyjet… read more here.
Keywords: challenges opportunities; heart; valves challenges; cardiology ... See more keywords