| Literature DB >> 27489324 |
Kara S Tanaka1, Nina Lightdale-Miric2.
Abstract
➤The prohibitive cost of cutting-edge prostheses prevents many children with a limb difference from obtaining them; however, new developments in 3-dimensional (3D) printing have the potential to increase the accessibility, customization, and procurement of such devices.➤Children with upper limb differences are ideal candidates for currently available 3D-printed devices because they quickly damage and outgrow prostheses, and the low cost of 3D printing makes repairs and upgrades substantially more affordable.➤Physicians and medical practitioners should become familiar with the possibilities of 3D-printed devices in order to determine the benefits and utility for their patients.Entities:
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Year: 2016 PMID: 27489324 DOI: 10.2106/JBJS.15.01212
Source DB: PubMed Journal: J Bone Joint Surg Am ISSN: 0021-9355 Impact factor: 5.284