“BEST - “Biomechanical design of 3D-bioprinted Extravascular SupporT for valvular and vascular structures: preventing repeated surgeries in pediatric aortic valve disease - CUP C93C25004860003”
Posted on: 15/06/2026
Deadline: 30/06/2026
Scientific-Disciplinary Group
06/MEDS-13 - Heart, Thoracic And Vascular Surgery
Description
3D printing has the potential to revolutionize pediatric cardiac surgery through the creation of customized implants and tissue scaffolds. These innovations address the specific anatomical and physiological needs of pediatric patients. 3D-printed devices are precisely engineered to match patients’ individual characteristics, improving surgical outcomes and reducing complications. These advances allow surgeons to plan procedures more accurately and perform minimally invasive surgeries, ultimately improving the quality of care for children with congenital heart defects.This study will use melt electrowriting, a specific 3D printing technique, to develop a biodegradable support for pediatric aortic root dilation. The resulting patch will mimic aortic mechanics, facilitating its deformation during the cardiac cycle.
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Funding body
Dipartimento di scienze cardio-toraco-vascolari e sanità pubblica
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