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Impact of 3D Printing Technology-Assisted Rehabilitation Cycles on Prognostic Motility in Surgically Treated Tibial
Background:
Tibial Plateau Fractures (TPF) present significant challenges in orthopedic surgery due to their complex anatomy and associated morbidity. Conventional surgical approaches are often limited by the difficulty in achieving anatomical reduction and stable fixation, leading to prolonged recovery times and increased risk of complications.
Objective:
This study aims to evaluate the impact of 3D printing technology-assisted interventions in the surgical management of Tibial Plateau Fractures (TPF).
Methods:
A comprehensive search of the PubMed database was conducted to identify relevant studies investigating the application of 3D printing technology in TPF surgery. Eligible studies were selected based on predefined inclusion and exclusion criteria. Meta-analysis was performed using RevMan 5.3 software to assess various outcome measures, including operative time, intraoperative bleeding, fracture healing duration, and incidence of adverse effects across the selected literature.
Results:
10 studies met the inclusion criteria and were included in the final analysis. Meta-analysis results indicate that patients undergoing TPF surgery with 3D printing technology assistance experienced significantly shorter operative times and fracture healing durations compared to those undergoing conventional surgery (P < .05). Moreover, they exhibited reduced intraoperative bleeding and a markedly lower occurrence of adverse effects during the treatment process (P < .05).
Conclusions:
The findings suggest that the integration of 3D printing technology into TPF surgical procedures can effectively mitigate surgical trauma and expedite fracture healing. Additionally, it offers a higher level of safety, thereby providing patients with a more reliable recovery trajectory and prognosis. This finding highlights the promising potential of 3D printing technology in advancing clinical orthopedics. Further research in this area is warranted to realize its clinical benefits fully.
