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    The Effect of 3d Modeling on Family Quality of Life, Surgical Success, and Patient Outcomes in Congenital Heart Diseases: Objectives and Design of a Randomized Controlled Trial
    (Turkish J Pediatrics, 2024) Sumengen, Aylin Akca; Ismailoglu, Abdul Veli; Ismailoglu, Pelin; Gumus, Terman; Celiker, Alpay; Namlisesli, Deniz; Cakir, Gokce Naz
    Background. Understanding the severity of the disease from the parents' perspective can lead to better patient outcomes, improving both the child's health -related quality of life and the family's quality of life. The implementation of 3 -dimensional (3D) modeling technology in care is critical from a translational science perspective. Aim. The purpose of this study is to determine the effect of 3D modeling on family quality of life, surgical success, and patient outcomes in congenital heart diseases. Additionally, we aim to identify challenges and potential solutions related to this innovative technology. Methods. The study is a two -group pretest -posttest randomized controlled trial protocol. The sample size is 15 in the experimental group and 15 in the control group. The experimental group's heart models will be made from their own computed tomography (CT) images and printed using a 3D printer. The experimental group will receive surgical simulation and preoperative parent education with their 3D heart model. The control group will receive the same parent education using the standard anatomical model. Both groups will complete the Sociodemographic Information Form, the Surgical Simulation Evaluation Form - Part I -II, and the Pediatric Quality of Life Inventory (PedsQL) Family Impacts Module. The primary outcome of the research is the average PedsQL Family Impacts Module score. Secondary outcome measurement includes surgical success and patient outcomes. Separate analyses will be conducted for each outcome and compared between the intervention and control groups. Conclusions. Anomalies that can be clearly understood by parents according to the actual size and dimensions of the child's heart will affect the preoperative preparation of the surgical procedure and the recovery rate in the postoperative period.
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    Integrating 3D-Printed Task-Specific Terminal Devices with a Standard Myoelectric Prosthesis in a Patient with Systemic Scleroderma and Transradial Amputation: A Case Report
    (Lippincott Williams and Wilkins, 2025) Öztürk B.
    ABSTRACT – Objective – The aim of the study was to evaluate the effectiveness of personalized task-specific 3D-printed terminal devices integrated with a standard myoelectric prosthesis in improving functional independence and comfort in a patient with systemic scleroderma and transradial amputation. Methods – A 57-year-old female patient with systemic scleroderma and a left transradial amputation used the following three task-specific 3D-printed adaptive terminal devices—a sock aid, buttoning tool, and jar opener—developed using Tinkercad and fabricated with PLA via FDM printing. These devices were integrated into her pre-existing standard myoelectric prosthesis (Ottobock MyoFacil, four-channel transradial model), which the patient had already been using for daily activities. Functional outcomes were assessed using the Canadian Occupational Performance Measure, Functional Independence Measure (FIM), and visual analog scale (VAS) for pain. Results – Canadian Occupational Performance Measure scores increased from 2/10 to 7–8/10 in performance and satisfaction. Functional Independence Measure scores improved from 4 to 6, reflecting reduced need for assistance in self-care. VAS scores decreased from 7/10 to 3/10, indicating reduced pain during activities of daily living. Conclusions – The integration of low-cost, patient-specific 3D-printed terminal devices with an existing myoelectric prosthesis significantly improved function, independence, and comfort. This case supports further exploration of additive manufacturing as a complementary strategy to enhance prosthetic function in individuals with rare and complex impairments. Clinical Relevance – 3D printing offers a scalable, adaptable solution for task-specific 3D-printed terminal devices, particularly in patients with systemic comorbidities. © 2025 Lippincott Williams & Wilkins