Anatomical Training Models for Breast Symmetry Planning
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current medical training lacks effective visual tools for surgeons to plan and execute breast surgery, particularly in maintaining symmetry and cosmetic outcomes, leading to suboptimal results and patient dissatisfaction.
Innovation Solution
Anatomical models that replicate human body parts, including breasts, with adjustable and deformable features allow for the attachment of simulated anatomical components to simulate post-surgical changes, enabling surgeons to practice and demonstrate procedures for improved symmetry and aesthetic planning.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Measurement precision
If traditional surgical training methods are used without visual aids, then surgeons can perform procedures, but surgical planning and symmetry assessment are difficult and imprecise
Solution Approach 1:
The patent creates physical three-dimensional models that replicate human breast anatomy, allowing surgeons to visualize and plan procedures on accurate replicas before performing surgery on patients. These models copy the complexity of real anatomy while providing a controllable training and planning environment.
Solution Approach 2:
The invention transitions from two-dimensional images (mammograms, photos) to three-dimensional physical models, adding spatial depth and realism. This dimensional enhancement allows for better assessment of symmetry, volume, and anatomical relationships that cannot be fully appreciated in 2D imaging.
2Manufacturing precision
If breast conservation surgery is performed without advanced planning tools, then tumor removal is achieved, but cosmetic outcomes deteriorate with poor symmetry and deformity
Solution Approach 1:
The patent enables surgeons to perform preliminary surgical planning and practice on physical models before the actual surgery. Surgeons can mark incision sites, plan tissue rearrangement, and assess potential outcomes on the three-dimensional model, allowing optimization of the surgical approach beforehand.
Solution Approach 2:
The three-dimensional physical model serves as an intermediary between the surgeon's intent and the actual surgical outcome. It provides a tangible medium for visualizing and planning complex tissue manipulation and symmetry restoration that is difficult to conceptualize from images alone.
3Manufacturing precision
If mastectomy is performed without reconstruction training, then cancer is removed, but cosmetic deformity increases and patient quality of life decreases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent creates detailed physical replicas of breast anatomy that can be used for practicing reconstruction techniques. These models allow surgeons to rehearse implant placement, tissue flaps, and symmetry restoration procedures in a realistic environment before performing reconstruction surgery.
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AI summary
Described herein are anatomical models for medical training, surgical planning, or patient demonstration. The anatomical models include a replica of a target body part that may be altered, unfinished, or deformed so that an anatomical component may be attached thereto to complete the replica and provide visual training with respect to symmetry and other aspects of medical or surgical procedures. For example, the anatomical models may be altered, unfinished, or deformed to simulate a post-surgical deformity. Systems and methods including the anatomical models are also described herein.