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Facial Prosthetics and Cancer Recovery
A study unveils portraits of head and neck cancer patients wearing facial prosthetics, highlighting the emotional impact of treatment and comparing traditional and new 3D-printing methods.
English
United Kingdom
TechnologyHealthCancerRecoveryProstheticsFacial Surgery
Leeds Teaching Hospitals Nhs TrustUniversity Of LeedsNhs
Robin FaheyRebecca FogellAlison MurdochDr. Rachael Jablonski
- How did Robin Fahey's prosthetic impact his self-perception and how he is perceived by others?
- Robin Fahey, who lost his nose, eye, and upper teeth to cancer, feels his prosthetic allows others to see him as a person, rather than feeling like a "freak." He embraces his new appearance and wants others to accept people like him.
- What was the main focus of the research conducted by Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust and the University of Leeds?
- The study, conducted by Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust and the University of Leeds, involved 15 patients with head and neck cancer who had facial prosthetics made using different methods. Their portraits were painted to illustrate the physical and psychological effects of their treatment and prosthetics.
- What were the two methods of prosthetic creation compared in the research, and what were the advantages of the new method?
- The research compared traditional and new digital methods for creating prosthetics. The new method, involving 3D scanning and AI-assisted reconstruction, is less invasive and more comfortable for patients.
- Describe Rebecca Fogell's experience with facial surgery and her prosthetic, including her perspective on acceptance of facial injuries.
- Rebecca Fogell, an NHS nurse, underwent surgery to remove a tumor that affected her cheekbone, nose, and eye. While her prosthetic makes her feel like she has her face back, she recognizes it's not truly her original face and advocates for greater acceptance of facial injuries.
- What are the benefits of the new digital method for creating prosthetics, as stated by Dr. Rachael Jablonski and the overall outcome of the study?
- Dr. Rachael Jablonski highlights that the new digital methods of creating prosthetics offer a more comfortable experience for patients. The improved technology leads to better fitting and more natural-looking prosthetics.