Three-Dimensional Printing Applications in Thoracic Surgery

An innovative reconstruction of an enbloc resected composite giant chest and abdominal wall chondrosarcoma with 3D-composite mesh

“…Chest wall chondrosarcomas, although common, pose unique challenges due to their locally aggressive nature, the rarity of abdominal wall involvement, and the propensity for recurrence [ 1 , 2 ]. A successful treatment warrants a complete surgical resection followed by reconstruction; further three-dimensional (3D) image reconstruction helps to plan complex cases and minimize intraoperative complications [ 3 ]. Our case highlights the critical role of meticulous surgical planning, multidisciplinary collaboration, and innovative reconstruction techniques in achieving optimal outcomes for patients with composite giant chest and abdominal wall chondrosarcoma.…”