Patient-specific 3D-printed nasopharyngeal stents in dogs: a cadaveric pilot study
Development and placement of patient-specific stents using 3D printed molds was successful in all six cadavers. The novel stents exhibited similar mechanical properties and superior goodness of fit compared to commercially available stents, potentially offering a better alternative to commercially available stents. Further investigation is needed in animals with nasopharyngeal stenosis to determine efficacy and to assess utility in live patients.
Authors
- Lynelle R. Johnson (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-5331-5626)
- Charles W. Sutter
- William T. N. Culp (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-6132-156X)
- Steven Lucero
- Brian Hardy
Institutions
- Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital (US)
- University of California, Davis (US)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Frontiers in Veterinary Science
- Published
- 2024-11-20
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.3389/fvets.2024.1461657
- Primary Topic
- Tracheal and airway disorders
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00
Funders
- University of California, Davis
- Center for Companion Animal Health, University of California, Davis