Registry Study of Custom 3D-Printed Titanium Prostheses for Chest Wall Reconstruction in Adults

What this Trial Is About

Researchers are evaluating the use of personalized, dynamic titanium prostheses made with 3D printing to reconstruct the chest wall after tumor removal or severe trauma. This study addresses the challenges of traditional rigid reconstruction methods that can cause pain or breathing difficulties by testing implants designed to mimic natural rib movement, potentially improving function and comfort. The study is a multicenter, ambispective registry collecting both retrospective and prospective data across major Spanish hospitals. The treatment involves creating a custom 3D-printed titanium prosthesis based on preoperative CT scans, manufactured using titanium alloy powder. During surgery, the prosthesis is implanted and anchored to the ribs or sternum to restore chest wall integrity while preserving natural dynamics. The study includes retrospective cases and prospective enrollment over 24 months, with follow-up evaluations at discharge, 1 month, 6 months, and 12 months post-surgery. Participants will undergo assessments including pulmonary function tests, pain scales, imaging like X-rays and CT scans, and quality of life questionnaires. Data is securely stored and anonymized in a centralized database compliant with European data protection laws. The primary outcomes measure changes in lung function parameters over one year. Participants can withdraw at any time, and the study aims to improve prosthesis design and surgical practices through comprehensive monitoring and analysis.

"Multicenter Registry for Chest Wall Reconstruction Using Custom Dynamic Prostheses (PRODIPET)"