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Ahmad B AlAli¹, Michelle F Griffin¹, Peter E Butler²

¹Centre for Nanotechnology & Regenerative Medicine, UCL Division of Surgery & Interventional Science, University College London, London, United Kingdom.

|August 25, 2015

Summary

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Three-dimensional printing offers significant potential in surgery for applications like implants, planning, and education. While early results are promising, further research is essential to confirm its long-term impact and benefits.

Keywords:

3D printed surgical instruments 3D printing medical and surgical applications 3D printing prosthesis medical education using 3D printing surgical planning using 3D printing

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Area of Science:

Biomedical Engineering
Surgical Technology
Medical Device Innovation

Background:

Three-dimensional printing (3DP) technology, long established in industry, is increasingly recognized for its transformative potential in medicine.
Advancements in desktop 3D printers have enhanced accessibility, driving extensive research in medical applications.

Purpose of the Study:

To review the diverse applications of 3D printing within the surgical field.
Key areas of focus include surgical planning, medical education, and the development of custom implants and prostheses.

Main Methods:

A comprehensive literature search was performed using PubMed, Web of Science, and other reputable databases.
Inclusion criteria focused on original English-language articles published within the last 10 years, excluding animal studies.

Main Results:

3D printing demonstrates considerable promise for surgical applications, with initial patient cases of printed implants showing successful outcomes.
The technology is expected to enhance the efficiency of surgical and medical education compared to traditional methods.
Applications in surgical planning and instrument design are also anticipated to improve significantly.

Conclusions:

3D printing is poised to become a powerful tool in addressing challenges within the medical field.
While current findings are encouraging, further large-scale studies and analytical research are necessary to validate the technology's impact on surgical practice.