A personalized approach to non-invasive ventilation masks in amyotrophic lateral sclerosis using facial scanning and 3D-printing

A personalized approach to non-invasive ventilation masks in amyotrophic lateral sclerosis using facial scanning and 3D-printing

We fabricated personalized non-invasive ventilation (NIV) mask interfaces for amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) participants. A NIV cushion design was fit to a contact profile from the participant's topographic facial model obtained from a 3D scanner then converted to a mold that was 3D-print...

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Main Authors: Stephen A. Goutman, Lei Chen, Jeffrey S. Plott, Kyle K. Vankoevering, Armando Kurili, Albert J. Shih, Glenn E. Green
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Elsevier 2021-09-01
Series:Annals of 3D Printed Medicine
Subjects:
3d printing
Non-invasive ventilation
Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis
Personalized medicine
Online Access:http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2666964121000229
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Summary:We fabricated personalized non-invasive ventilation (NIV) mask interfaces for amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) participants. A NIV cushion design was fit to a contact profile from the participant's topographic facial model obtained from a 3D scanner then converted to a mold that was 3D-printed and subsequently cast with medical grade silicone and affixed to a mask frame. 3D scanner resolution plays an important role in mask interface fabrication, particularly around the nose, and iterative design changes may be needed. This may be an important new strategy to increase use of NIV for persons with ALS; further study is encouraged.
ISSN:2666-9641

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