A 7-month-old patient with craniosynostosis underwent PCVD that included virtual surgical planning and 3D printed patient-specific guides. Detailed anatomical modeling and advanced surgical planning processes were employed to create patient-specific cutting templates and surgical simulations. We documented procedural length and calculated labor and operating costs associated with all 3D Printing and 3D Virtualization Technologies and the surgery. Post-surgical evaluation included a survey with the lead surgeon reflecting on the impact of 3D solutions on application, communication, accuracy, efficiency, patient outcomes, and satisfaction. 

Procedural duration was 225 minutes. The surgeon found virtual planning, 3D modeling, and patient-specific guides to be highly beneficial and time efficient. Procedural time was significantly reduced compared to PVCD surgeries that did not use 3D solutions. The surgeon also reported decreased blood loss and medication usage during surgery, was very satisfied with the solutions, and emphasized their value in enhancing precision and efficiency in the surgical workflow. The total cost of implementing 3D printing solutions was CAD $1,532.43. 3D printed material costs were $436.60 and labor costs were $1,870.81. Total operating room costs were CAD $21,895.33. Operating room personnel costs were CAD $4,985.42 and operating room operating costs were CAD $14,602.50.

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