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3D-Printed Liver Models Help Surgeons "Rehearse" Cancer Surgeries
Model (noun): A system or thing used to understand or predict something.
Organ (noun): A part of the body that has a specific function, like the liver.
Tumor (noun): A growth of abnormal cells.
Blood vessels (noun): Tubes that carry blood through the body.
Procedure (noun): A medical operation or treatment.
Scientists have made special models of organs to help doctors practice surgeries. Let's learn about these amazing 3D-printed liver models!
A new way to practice surgery
Scientists at Nottingham Trent University have created 3D-printed models of livers to help doctors practice surgeries. These models are made using scans of real patients' organs. They include blood vessels, tissue, and even tumors.
Building a realistic organ
The models are made with special materials that feel like real organs. They even have fake blood inside! This helps doctors learn how to remove tumors and perform other complex procedures.
Better practice, better surgery
By practicing on these models, doctors can be better prepared for real surgeries. This makes surgeries safer for patients. Every patient's organ is different, so these models help doctors understand the unique challenges they might face.
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Model (noun): A system or thing used to understand or predict something.
Organ (noun): A part of the body that has a specific function, like the liver.
Tumor (noun): A growth of abnormal cells.
Blood vessels (noun): Tubes that carry blood through the body.
Procedure (noun): A medical operation or treatment.