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Fevereiro 2026, vol.14, num.1 - 11º MXRIO Design Conference 2025
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Design Informacional em Saúde: Modelos Físicos do Coração Fetal na Prática Pré-Natal

Informational Design in Healthcare: Physical Models of the Fetal Heart in Prenatal Practice

Viegas, Pedro Paulo Pereira; Calil, Camilla Mannarino; Cantanhede, Gabriella Marques; Novaes, Luiza

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Este trabalho investiga o impacto do uso de modelos físicos tridimensionais (3D) de corações fetais — saudáveis e com cardiopatias congênitas — como apoio ao diagnóstico e à comunicação durante o pré-natal. A pesquisa evidencia como esses modelos podem facilitar a compreensão de condições cardíacas complexas, fortalecer a relação médico-paciente e melhorar a experiência gestacional. Utilizando a abordagem do Design em Parceria, o estudo contou com a colaboração de profissionais de diversas áreas da saúde para promover práticas clínicas mais humanizadas e eficazes. A materialização visual e tátil dos modelos permitiu às gestantes compreender melhor o estado de saúde fetal, favorecendo o vínculo materno-fetal, o suporte emocional e o engajamento familiar. Além disso, os modelos auxiliaram na tomada de decisões informadas sobre cuidados e procedimentos médicos. Por meio de questionários aplicados às gestantes, foram coletadas percepções sobre a eficácia e o impacto desses recursos, contribuindo para ampliar a discussão sobre o uso de visualizações físicas no contexto da saúde materno-fetal.

This study investigates the impact of using three-dimensional (3D) physical models of fetal hearts — both healthy and with congenital heart defects — as tools to support diagnosis and communication during prenatal care. The research highlights how these models can facilitate the understanding of complex cardiac conditions, strengthen the doctor-patient relationship, and enhance the overall pregnancy experience. Using a Participatory Design approach, the study involved collaboration with healthcare professionals from various fields to promote more humanized and effective clinical practices. The visual and tactile materialization of the models allowed pregnant individuals to better understand the fetal health condition, fostering maternal-fetal bonding, emotional support, and family engagement. Furthermore, the models supported informed decision-making regarding medical care and procedures. Through questionnaires administered to participating pregnant individuals, perceptions were gathered on the effectiveness and impact of these models, contributing to a broader discussion on the use of visual aids in the maternal-fetal healthcare context.

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Palavras-chave: representações tridimensionais, cardiopatia congênita, design e parceria three-dimensional representations, congenital heart defects, participatory design.

DOI: 10.5151/mxriodc2025-0009

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Como citar:

Viegas, Pedro Paulo Pereira; Calil, Camilla Mannarino; Cantanhede, Gabriella Marques; Novaes, Luiza; "Design Informacional em Saúde: Modelos Físicos do Coração Fetal na Prática Pré-Natal", p-101-117. In: 11º MXRio Design Conference 2025. São Paulo: Blucher, 2026.
ISSN 23186968, DOI 10.5151/mxriodc2025-0009

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