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Ziebarth, Michelle T

Mayo Clinic

Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota, U.S.A.

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3D Printed Fistula Plug: A Novel Bridge to Definitive Reconstruction
Macielak, Robert J. , Ziebarth, Michelle, Ziebarth, Michelle T, Price, Daniel L.

The Laryngoscope | February 14, 2020 | Volume: 131 | Issue: 1 | Pages: 111-114

10.1002/lary.28563 Get It

A case is presented showcasing the feasibility of three‐dimensional (3D) printing patient‐specific fistula plugs as a bridge therapy to definitive management of pharyngocutaneous fistulae. For this patient, a set of 3D printed fistula plugs was successfully used with low morbidity and positive results in the management of this postoperative issue. Utilizing 3D printed fistula plugs could represent a novel yet safe therapy for patients requiring long‐term management of similar wounds. Further studies are warranted to evaluate implementation of this practice on a widespread scale. Laryngoscope, 131:111–114, 2021