Accuracy of 3D-Printed Models of Aortic Valves – a Comparative Analysis Between Planimetric and Photogrammetric Measurements

Abstract

3D printing has changed the paradigm of personalized medicine. Similarly to fingerprints, there are no two identical hearts; consequently, in cardiology, diagnosis and treatment, either medical, interventional or surgical, must be individualized according to the specific problem of a particular patient.

Keywords

• validation
• 3d printing
• aortic valve
• additive manufacturing
• anatomical models