Image-guided navigation, augmented/virtual reality, surgical simulation, and 3D printing/planning.
7 tracked publications · last updated 2026-06-04
Related: AI & Machine Learning · Robotics, Automation & Ergonomics · Devices, Implants & Procedures · Biologics & Medical Therapy · Endotypes, Biomarkers & Diagnostics · Skull Base Surgery & Reconstruction · Outcomes, Guidelines & Epidemiology
Publications
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CT-override: endoscopic updates to preoperative anatomical models during ablative surgery
Mangulabnan JE et al. (Johns Hopkins) — Int J Comput Assist Radiol Surg (2026-06) · Original
Fuses preoperative CT with endoscopic video via signed-distance fields for dynamic, submillimeter intraoperative model updates — a step toward fully vision-guided sinus navigation.
PubMed · DOI · PMID 42230859 -
Recurrent ophthalmic arteries supplying posterior meningiomas: 3D anatomical visualization
Ishikawa K et al. — BMC Surg (2026-06) · Case + Simulation
3D image fusion (MRI/angiography) to visualize skull base vascular variants for safer preoperative planning.
PubMed · DOI · PMID 42237166 -
Comparison of Virtual and 3D-Printing Methods to Personalize Nasoseptal Flap Reconstruction
Katsnelson B et al. — Laryngoscope (2026-05) · Original
Virtual planning vs 3D-printed models to personalize nasoseptal flap length; strong correlation, virtual method does not underestimate.
PubMed · DOI · PMID 42191566 -
Combining Retropharyngeal and Endonasal Routes to Maximize Anterior Skull Base Exposure
Angelini C et al. — World Neurosurg (2026-05) · Cadaveric / Anatomical
Quantitative cadaveric study using a 3D-printed tubular retractor and neuronavigation to expand ventral skull base exposure.
PubMed · DOI · PMID 42176733 -
Mid-Term Outcomes of a Customised 3D-Printed Temporomandibular Joint–Skull Base Prosthesis
Xu Q et al. — Int Dent J (2026-05) · Case series
Prospective series (n=12) of a customized 3D-printed TMJ–skull base prosthesis; favorable mid-term safety/efficacy.
PubMed · DOI · PMID 42202386 -
Frontal Sinus Surgery Simulation in Continuing Education for Practicing Otolaryngologists
Latour M et al. — Ann Otol Rhinol Laryngol (2025-12) · Original
High-fidelity simulation CME significantly reduced deterrents and improved confidence for frontal sinus surgery, regardless of experience.
PubMed · DOI · PMID 41472535 -
Balloon sinuplasty: does a model simulator improve ENT trainee competence?
Pinto R et al. — Ann R Coll Surg Engl (2025-10) · Original
Model simulator improves ENT trainee competence in balloon sinuplasty.
PubMed · DOI · PMID 41117770
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