Three-dimensional(3D) Printing in Otorhinolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery: A Review

Authors

Santosh Kumar Swain, Professor, Department of Otorhinolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Sijua, Patrapada, Bhubaneswar, 751019, Odisha, IndiaFollow

Abstract

Nowadays, the medical sciences make extensive use of three-dimensional (3D) printing. In clinical practice of otorhinolaryngology, 3D printing can be useful for training, reconstructing missing tissues, and planning complex surgeries or cases of deformity. These days, 3D printing is being used more and more in otolaryngology practice. 3D printing has also huge potential to revolutionize the field of tissue engineering and regenerative medicine. Given the high cost and scarcity of traditional teaching resources like cadavers, 3D printing offers trainees a chance to get more exposure. Future educational program may be considered with implementation of 3D printing on a large scale within the medical curriculum to enhance exposure to otorhinolaryngology. There are limited studies of 3D printing in the field of otorhinolaryngology. The benefits and potential future uses of 3D printing in the field of otorhinolaryngology are discussed in this review.

Recommended Citation

Swain, Santosh Kumar (2025) "Three-dimensional(3D) Printing in Otorhinolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery: A Review," Indian Journal of Health Sciences and Biomedical Research KLEU: Vol. 18: Iss. 2, Article 3.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.71355/2542-6222.1047
Available at: https://kleijhsbr.researchcommons.org/journal/vol18/iss2/3