| Literature DB >> 26558661 |
Adam E M Eltorai, Eric Nguyen, Alan H Daniels.
Abstract
Three-dimensional (3D) printing is emerging as a clinically promising technology for rapid prototyping of surgically implantable products. With this commercially available technology, computed tomography or magnetic resonance images can be used to create graspable objects from 3D reconstructed images. Models can enhance patients' understanding of their pathology and surgeon preoperative planning. Customized implants and casts can be made to match an individual's anatomy. This review outlines 3D printing, its current applications in orthopedics, and promising future directions. Copyright 2015, SLACK Incorporated.Entities:
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Year: 2015 PMID: 26558661 DOI: 10.3928/01477447-20151016-05
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Orthopedics ISSN: 0147-7447 Impact factor: 1.390