The role of 3D printed ventricular septal defect model in the training of young cardiac surgeons
- VernacularTitle:3D打印室间隔缺损模型在心脏外科年轻医生培养中的作用
- Author:
Yunfei LING
1
;
Shitong ZHONG
1
;
Qiang FAN
1
;
Tiange LI
1
;
Yongjun QIAN
1
Author Information
1. Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, 610041, P. R. China
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- Keywords:
3D printed heart model;
ventricular septal defect repair;
teaching
- From:
Chinese Journal of Clinical Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery
2024;31(09):1388-1344
- CountryChina
- Language:Chinese
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Abstract:
Objective To explore the application effect of 3D printed heart models in the training of young cardiac surgeons, and evaluate their application value in surgical simulation and skill improvement. Methods Eight young cardiac surgeons were selected form West China Hospital as the trainees. Before training, the Hands-On Surgical Training-Congenital Heart Surgery (HOST-CHS) operation scores of the 8 cardiac surgeons were obtained after operating on 2 pig heart models of ventricular septal defect (VSD). Subsequently, simulation training was conducted on a 3D printed peri-membrane VSD heart model for 6 weeks, once a week. After the training, all trainees completed 2 pig heart VSD repair surgeries. The improvement of doctors’ skills was evaluated through survey questionnaires, HOST-CHS scores, and operation time after training. Results Before the training, the average HOST-CHS score of the 8 trainees was 52.2±6.3 points, and the average time for VSD repair was 54.7±7.1 min. During the 6-week simulation training using 3D printed models, the total score of HOST-CHS for the 8 trainees gradually increased (P<0.001), and the time required to complete VSD repair was shortened (P<0.001). The trainees had the most significant improvement in scores of surgical cognition and protective awareness. The survey results showed that trainees were generally very satisfied with the effectiveness of 3D model simulation training. Conclusion The 3D printed VSD model demonstrates significant application advantages in the training of young cardiac surgeons. By providing highly realistic anatomical structures, 3D models can effectively enhance surgeons’ surgical skills. It is suggested to further promote the application of 3D printing technology in medical education, providing strong support for cultivating high-quality cardiac surgeons.
