Three-dimensional printing for complex cardiac reoperations: optimising Gerbode defect repairs.

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    • Source:
      Publisher: BMJ Pub. Group Country of Publication: England NLM ID: 101526291 Publication Model: Electronic Cited Medium: Internet ISSN: 1757-790X (Electronic) Linking ISSN: 1757790X NLM ISO Abbreviation: BMJ Case Rep Subsets: MEDLINE
    • Publication Information:
      Original Publication: London : BMJ Pub. Group
    • Subject Terms:
      Printing, Three-Dimensional* ; Reoperation*; Humans ; Female ; Middle Aged ; Heart Valve Prosthesis Implantation ; Heart Ventricles/surgery ; Heart Ventricles/diagnostic imaging ; Heart Atria/surgery ; Heart Atria/diagnostic imaging ; Postoperative Complications/surgery ; Heart Valve Prosthesis ; Bioprosthesis
    • Abstract:
      Cardiac fistulas present diagnostical and therapeutical challenges due to their variability in size, shape and pathway. Three-dimensional printing is increasingly used to provide a tactile representation that aids in preoperative planning and patient education. We present the case of a female in her 60s who developed a fistula between the left ventricle, right atrium and coronary sinus 2 years after bioprosthetic valve replacement. We used three-dimensional modelling to better understand her cardiac anatomy and optimise our surgical approach. She was discharged home without deficit following an uneventful postoperative course. Three-dimensional printing can improve patient care through tangible demonstration, preoperative planning and trainee education.
      Competing Interests: Competing interests: None declared.
      (© BMJ Publishing Group Limited 2024. No commercial re-use. See rights and permissions. Published by BMJ.)
    • Contributed Indexing:
      Keywords: Cardiothoracic surgery; Interventional cardiology; Medical education; Valvar diseases
    • Publication Date:
      Date Created: 20240723 Date Completed: 20240723 Latest Revision: 20240725
    • Publication Date:
      20240726
    • Accession Number:
      10.1136/bcr-2024-260689
    • Accession Number:
      39043460