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Carlos Humberto Araujo¹, Javier Adolfo Aguirre¹, Luis Puig²

¹Universidad Icesi, Cali, Colombia.

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Summary

3D printing and extended reality (XR) technologies enhance medical interventions, improving surgical precision and patient safety. These innovations revolutionize medical training and planning, offering significant benefits despite implementation challenges.

Keywords:

3D printing clinical technologies extended realities integration of technologies in medicine medical applications

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Area of Science:

Medical Technology
Digital Health
Surgical Innovation

Background:

3D printing and extended reality (XR) are increasingly integrated into medicine.
These technologies offer novel approaches to surgical planning, medical training, and patient care.
Their application spans from creating custom physical models to immersive digital visualizations.

Purpose of the Study:

To systematically review the integration and clinical applications of 3D printing and XR in medicine.
To analyze technological advancements and their impact on patient safety and innovation.
To synthesize current trends and future potential of these technologies in healthcare.

Main Methods:

Systematic literature review using PRISMA methodology (2005-2023).
Comprehensive search of academic databases for studies on 3D printing, XR, and clinical applications.
Quantitative and qualitative synthesis of selected articles, evaluating methodologies, impact areas, and clinical outcomes.

Main Results:

3D printing and XR (AR, MR) enable more precise, less invasive interventions.
Enhanced visualizations improve understanding of complex pathologies and patient conditions.
These technologies improve medical training through realistic simulations, reducing surgical errors and optimizing recovery times.
Despite costs, accuracy and efficiency gains justify investment.

Conclusions:

3D printing, AR, MR, and VR significantly benefit surgical efficiency and safety.
These technologies are poised to revolutionize medical learning, surgical planning, and procedures.
Continuous investment in training, development, and infrastructure is crucial for overcoming integration challenges and maximizing benefits.