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Daniele Marazzi1, Federica Trovalusci2, Silvia Vesco1

  • 1Department of Enterprise Engineering "Mario Lucertini", University of Rome "Tor Vergata", Rome, Italy.

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This study details creating custom prostheses using 3D-printed semirigid molds for better patient fit and comfort. This additive manufacturing approach enhances functional restoration for individuals with physical disabilities, including cranioplasty.

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  • Biomedical Engineering
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  • Reconstructive Surgery

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  • Prostheses are crucial for restoring function and mobility in individuals with physical disabilities.
  • Current prosthetic fitting methods can sometimes lead to discomfort and suboptimal integration.
  • Customization is key to improving patient outcomes and quality of life.

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  • To present an innovative methodology for creating customized prostheses.
  • To improve the fit, comfort, and integration of prostheses using semirigid molds.
  • To detail the production phases for patient-specific prosthetic devices, particularly for cranioplasty.

Main Methods:

  • Utilizing computed tomography (CT) scans of the affected anatomical area.
  • Employing computer-aided design (CAD) for precise modeling.
Keywords:
Additive manufacturingCranioplastyProsthesesSemirigid molds

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  • Manufacturing semirigid molds via additive manufacturing (AM) techniques.

    • Main Results:

    • The developed methodology enables the production of highly customized prosthetic devices.
    • Semirigid molds derived from additive manufacturing facilitate improved prosthetic fit and comfort.
    • The approach demonstrated successful application in cranioplasty prostheses.

    Conclusions:

    • Additive manufacturing of semirigid molds offers a significant advancement in customized prosthetics.
    • This technique enhances the functional restoration and daily living integration for patients.
    • The study highlights a promising pathway for personalized prosthetic solutions.