Three-dimensional printed neonatal cannulation phantom for ultrasound-guided vascular access training

Scientific Reports 2026 Open access

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Authors: Sujith S. Pereira, Jonathan Reeves, Jas Bansal, Fayed Sheikh, Malcolm Birch, Steve Kempley, Ajay K. Sinha
DOI: 10.1038/s41598-025-34863-x
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Abstract

Commercially available cannulation phantoms are expensive and primarily intended for adults. We designed and produced a neonatal cannulation phantom using three-dimensional printing. Different operators of varying clinical expertise successfully cannulated the phantom and inserted central catheter under ultrasound guidance. This is a reusable, realistic and valuable resource which can be used for training clinicians to gain practice, thereby improving hand-eye coordination, dexterity, confidence and safety during vascular access cannulation in newborn infants.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Anatomy and Medical Technology Simulation-Based Education in Healthcare Surgical Simulation and Training

Publication details

Journal / source
Scientific Reports
Volume
16
Issue
1
Pages
4641–4641
Publication date
16 January 2026
Language
EN