The role of 3-D printed models in planning and resection of heterotopic ossification around the elbow: A case series

3D-Printed Model in Preoperative Planning of Sciatic Nerve Decompression Because of Heterotopic Ossification

“…There have been many reports of the utilization of 3D printing for orthopaedic preoperative planning, ranging from mass excision and complex reconstruction to the creation of patient specific implants and cutting guides. 11-22 This case report demonstrates the use and efficacy of a 3D-printed model for preoperative planning and surgical decompression of the sciatic nerve secondary to HO encasement.…”

“…I n regard to HO, specifically, 3D printing has been described for preoperative planning of HO resection after femoral neck, elbow, and acetabular fractures, but has not yet been reported with respect to sciatic nerve decompression of the hip [11][12][13][14] . Nóbrega et al 23 augmented sciatic nerve decompression using an electronic 3D model generated by imaging software; however, such models are often limited in axes of rotation and demonstrate all structures simultaneously, thus, potentially impeding full visualization of specific segments of aberrant anatomy.…”