A 12 year old patient with a cervical osteochondroma underwent a cervical spine tumor resection supplemented with virtual and 3D printed patient-specific anatomical models. We documented procedural length and calculated labor and operating costs associated with 3DP and the surgery. Post-surgical evaluation included a structured survey with the lead surgeon reflecting on the impact of 3D printed solutions on application, communication, accuracy, efficiency, patient outcomes, and satisfaction. 

Procedural duration was 510 minutes. The surgeon found virtual and 3D printed anatomical models to be highly beneficial for their own, the patient and their family’s, and the trainee’s understanding. Both procedural time and preoperative planning was significantly reduced with an increased consensus among the care team regarding a care plan. The surgeon reported being very satisfied with the solutions. The total cost of implementing 3D printing solutions was CAD $845.12. 3DP material costs were $183.80 and labor costs were $661.32. Total operating room costs were CAD $46,199.45. Operating room labor costs were CAD $12,255.33 and operating room operating costs were CAD $33,099.00.

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