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Published in: Current Reviews in Musculoskeletal Medicine 1/2021

01-02-2021 | Emerging Trends in Design for Musculoskeletal Medicine (S Goldchmit and M Queiroz, Section Editors)

Three-Dimensional Printing in Orthopedics: from the Basics to Surgical Applications

Authors: Leandro Ejnisman, Bruno Gobbato, Andre Ferrari de França Camargo, Eduardo Zancul

Published in: Current Reviews in Musculoskeletal Medicine | Issue 1/2021

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Abstract

Purpose of Review

Additive manufacturing (AM) is a rapidly evolving field traditionally utilized in non-medical industries. Recently, the medical use of AM is expanding, especially in orthopedics. The goal of this article is presenting the principles of AM and its main applications in orthopedics.

Recent Findings

The main indications for AM in orthopedics are education, orthotics, surgical planning, surgical guides, and custom-made implants. Three-dimensional (3D) digital models can be obtained from tomographic scans using available free software. Then, it can be used to create a physical model, plan surgeries, or develop surgical guides which can aid the orthopedic surgeon during complex cases. Recent studies demonstrated the benefits of using printed models in educating patients and medical residents. Custom-made implants also have been evaluated with promising clinical outcomes.

Summary

Using 3D technology has become a reality in orthopedics. Surgeons should expect exponential growth of its applications in the upcoming years. It is paramount that orthopedists get familiar with this disruptive technology.
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Metadata
Title
Three-Dimensional Printing in Orthopedics: from the Basics to Surgical Applications
Authors
Leandro Ejnisman
Bruno Gobbato
Andre Ferrari de França Camargo
Eduardo Zancul
Publication date
01-02-2021
Publisher
Springer US
Published in
Current Reviews in Musculoskeletal Medicine / Issue 1/2021
Electronic ISSN: 1935-9748
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s12178-020-09691-3

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