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This study introduces an open-source 3D-printed surgical fracture table, drastically cutting costs by 98.5% to improve access to essential orthopedic procedures globally.

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Area of Science:

  • Biomedical Engineering
  • Medical Device Design
  • Open Source Hardware

Background:

  • Orthopedic procedures are vital, yet costly surgical equipment like fracture tables limits access in developing nations.
  • High costs of traditional surgical fracture tables (>$200,000) present a significant barrier to universal healthcare.
  • Open-source hardware and 3D printing offer a potential solution for reducing medical equipment costs.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To design and manufacture an accessible, open-source surgical fracture table using 3D-printed components.
  • To validate the mechanical performance and geometric flexibility of the designed fracture table.
  • To demonstrate significant cost reduction for surgical fracture tables through open-source fabrication.

Main Methods:

  • Utilized open-source hardware principles and widely available materials for fabrication.
  • Employed a RepRap-class 3D printer to produce specialized components.
  • Detailed bill of materials and assembly instructions provided for reproducibility.
  • Validated mechanical loading capacity and geometric adjustability.

Main Results:

  • The open-source fracture table costs under $3,000 to construct, a 98.5% saving compared to commercial systems.
  • 3D-printed components can be fabricated in approximately one week.
  • The table offers extensive adjustability in height, tilt, leg positioning, and support ranges.
  • Verified mechanical performance for loads over 130 kg and radiolucency in surgical zones.

Conclusions:

  • The open-source surgical fracture table significantly enhances accessibility to essential orthopedic care.
  • This innovative approach leverages 3D printing for cost-effective medical hardware solutions.
  • The modular and upgradeable design ensures long-term utility and adaptability.