Additive manufacturing (also called 3D printing and rapid prototyping) in medical research and clinical applications is expanding. This study aims to quantify the imaging characteristics (Ultrasound, Magnetic Resonance Imaging, and Computed Tomography scan) of available materials on a common additive manufacturing technology and discuss potential opportunities to fabricate imaging phantoms, which can be utilized in: <b>-Training</b> residents and technologists on the equipment and techniques <b>-Practice</b> for unique case studies and interventions <b>-Planning</b> procedures for complex surgical and interventional cases <b>-Quality</b> assurance of equipment for safety These would be high accuracy and cost-effective models, providing significant savings for purchased phantoms, which can cost over $3k. Moreover, printed phantoms allow custom phantoms for specific applications or anatomy unique to specific patient beyond pre-fabricated options. Read More

Meeting name: SPR 2018 Annual Meeting & Postgraduate Course , 2018

Authors: Silvestro Elizabeth, Sze Raymond

Keywords: Rapid Prototyping, three dimensional printing, PolyJet

The renal artery ostial anatomy, balloon profile, and stent deployment are all challenges of complex procedural RAS planning in children. In such cases there is an increased risk of renal artery rupture secondary to angioplasty requiring placement of a covered stent. This study aims to establish the feasibility of simulating renovascular stent deployment in three 3D printed pediatric patient-specific RAS endovascular phantoms. Read More

Meeting name: SPR 2020 Annual Meeting & Postgraduate Course , 2020

Authors: Smitthimedhin Anilawan, Silvestro Elizabeth, Shellikeri Sphoorti, Whitaker Jayme, Cahill Anne Marie

Keywords: 3D Printing, Stent, Simulation