Cardio Simulator? 心臟三維軟的模型

Cardio Simulator – A Model of Your Heart

Here’s an interesting product known as Cardio Simulator.?CrossMedical,?based out of Japan, has developed a method to create remarkably precise replicas of the heart using soft materials that reproduce an individual’s heart based on CT data sets.

Using laser fabrication and an epoxy resin a soft detailed model can be created. The company provides pre-made standard adults models or, for a price, one can custom design a model based on CT imaging of a particular patient. ?The technology can be used as an educational tool or as part of a pre-op assessment for surgeons to determine which approach is best for the patient, particularly when dealing with congenitally malformed hearts. More information on the process can be found on their website