Advancing Medical Imaging with 3D Printing

Pioneering Solutions with  Advanced 3D Printing

Stratasys Direct’s solution centered on two essential components: PolyJet technology and Radiomatrix material.

PolyJet’s high-resolution capabilities allowed the BioMouse to achieve unparalleled anatomical detail, making it ideal for the organic and complex shapes required by Phantech’s application.

Radiomatrix, a unique material specifically developed for applications requiring density tuning, provided the precise CT HU values essential to accurately simulate bone and tissue densities.

This combination allowed the BioMouse to be used not only in CT imaging but also in nuclear medicine modalities, extending its versatility across multiple imaging types. With Stratasys Direct’s manufacturing capabilities, Phantech could produce BioMouseTM models with distinct voids for organs like the brain, heart, liver, and kidneys. Each model could then be filled with imaging agents tailored to the modality, providing the adaptability needed for cutting-edge calibration and imaging tests.

Stratasys Direct utilized two key elements in their solution for Phantech—PolyJet technology and Radiomatrix material. The high-resolution capabilities of PolyJet allowed for unparalleled anatomical detail in the BioMouseTM, perfectly suited to the intricate shapes needed for Phantech’s application. Radiomatrix, tailored for density tuning applications, delivered the precise CT HU values necessary to accurately simulate bone and tissue densities. This combination extended the BioMouse’s versatility across multiple imaging types, beyond just CT imaging. After the part build, the BioMouseTM model’s exterior was lightly sanded, and a clear coat was applied. To date, Stratasys Direct has manufactured >30 phantoms of the BioMouse model.

Impactful Outcomes in Medical Imaging

With help from Stratasys Direct, Phantech ramped up production of the BioMouse to meet growing demand, delivering a model known for its anatomical accuracy and versatility in medical imaging calibration. This benchmark device empowers researchers and imaging scientists to perform consistent, high-quality tests without relying on live specimens. The BioMouse is instrumental in optimizing imaging algorithms, validating radio-pharmaceuticals, and advancing important research.