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The Emerging Roles for 3 Dimensional Printing in Orthopedics: Applications, Evidence, and Future Directions.

David M Bennett1, Romie F Gibly2

  • 1Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Phoenix Children's Hospital / University of Arizona, Mayo Clinic, Barrow Neurological Institute, Creighton, Phoenix, AZ, USA.

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Three-dimensional (3D) printing is now standard in orthopedic surgery for creating patient-specific models and tools. This technology enhances surgical planning, reduces complications, and offers cost savings for hospitals.

Area of Science:

  • Orthopedic Surgery
  • Biomedical Engineering
  • Medical Technology

Background:

  • Three-dimensional (3D) printing has transitioned from an emerging technology to a standard practice in orthopedic surgery.
  • Anatomical models and patient-specific tools are now readily produced using standard imaging techniques.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the current applications of 3D printing in orthopedic patient care.
  • To provide guidance on implementing hospital-based, point-of-care 3D printing.

Main Methods:

  • Review of current literature and industry practices in orthopedic 3D printing.
  • Analysis of advantages, including operative time reduction, decreased radiation exposure, and complication mitigation.
  • Assessment of economic factors, such as operating room savings offsetting printer costs.
Keywords:
3D printingAdditive manufacturingCost-effectivenessOrthopedic surgeryPatient-specific instrumentation

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  • Patient-specific 3D printed models, surgical guides, and durable medical equipment are produced in-house.
  • Custom patient-specific instrumentation and implants are commercially available.
  • Significant benefits include reduced operative time, lower radiation exposure, and fewer complications in complex orthopedic cases.

Conclusions:

  • 3D printing offers substantial clinical and economic advantages in orthopedic surgery.
  • Hospital-based, point-of-care 3D printing is a viable and recommended path forward for patient care enhancement.