3D Printed Template Used to Remove Large Birth Mark From Girl's Face

Medical professionals at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital are operating on the cutting edge, literally, with the use of 3D printed models. After being faced with the challenge of treating two-year-old Lily Hall of Whitesburg, KY, Dr.Thomas Sitzman became resourceful in finding the best way to treat and operate on the child, suffering from a rare skin disorder. Collaborating with a technical engineer at the hospital, they were able to create a 3D model that worked as a template both before and during surgery for successfully making incisions and moving the toddler’s skin from one place to another on her scalp and face. Read more about the procedure in the full article: http://3dprint.com/64684/cincinnati-childrens-3d-model/


Below is a look at the model of Lily's head with silicone rubber applied:
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