Three-dimensional printed model as a valuable tool in partial nephrectomy for a high complexity renal tumor. Issue 4 (October 2017)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Saeedi, Yaser; Kotiesh, Kais
• Is Part Of: Journal of 3D printing in medicine. Volume 1:Issue 4(2017)
• Page Start: 239
• Page End: 244
• Publication Date: 2017-10
• Subjects: 3D printing -- partial nephrectomy -- renal cell carcinoma -- renal score; Three-dimensional imaging in medicine -- Periodicals; Three-dimensional printing -- Periodicals; Medical technology -- Periodicals; Medical innovations -- Periodicals; Biomedical Technology; Image Processing, Computer-Assisted; Medical innovations; Medical technology; Three-dimensional imaging in medicine; Three-dimensional printing; Periodicals; Electronic journals; Periodicals; 610.28
• DOI: 10.2217/3dp-2017-0008
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 2059-4755

Abstract

Aim: Case presentation of a 43-year-old female prepared for partial nephrectomy with contrast-enhanced CT scan, R.E.N.A.L nephrometery score and 3D printed model.Method: 3D printed kidney model using 3D printing technology, stereolithography was used in partial nephrectomy for a high complexity renal mass.Result: Partial nephrectomy without complications for clear cell renal cell carcinoma with focal microcystic changes – G2; pT1a with negative surgical margins.Summary: 3D printed model of the kidney in a high complexity case for partial nephrectomy was a vital tool for preoperative planning and of a great intraoperative value to localize and remove the tumor, making a high-risk procedure uneventful and smooth. Further study is required to evaluate the value of 3D printed models in medium- and high-risk groups of patients.