| | AUGUST 20209There are about two dozen 3D printing processes which use vary-ing printer technologies, speeds, resolutions, and hundreds of ma-terials. These technologies can build a 3D object in almost any shape imaginable as defined in a computer-aided design (CAD) file. It is important to note that two-dimensional (2D) radiograph-ic images such as x-rays, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), or com-puterized tomography (CT) scans, can be converted to digital 3D print files, allowing the creation of complex, customized anatomi-cal and medical structures.Diversity in 3D Printing3D printing has made a huge dif-ference in the field of medical science. Usually, this method is popular in planning of heart oper-ation, spine and other orthopedic procedures. As this has nothing to do with the patient's body during surgery, there are no ill effects on them. Any organ or tissue can be made in nearly any imaginable ge-ometry through the translation of x-ray, MRI, or CT scans into digital .stl 3D print files. In this way, 3D printing has been used successful-ly in the healthcare sector to make both standard & complex custom-ized prosthetic limbs and surgical implants, sometimes within hours. The ability to quickly produce custom implants and prostheses solves a clear and persistent prob-lem in orthopedics, where standard im-plants are often not sufficient for some patients, particular-ly in complex cases. Previously, surgeons had to perform bone graft surgeries or use scalpels and drills to modify implants by shaving pieces of metal & plastic to a desired shape, size, and fit. Most often, in cases where a pa-tient has undergone knee foot or ankle fracture, their shape tend to deform. In such cases, 3D printing has revolutionized for correcting the deformity.In the upcoming days, this it-self will grow and develop with more advanced 3D models along with functional models where materials are more like the or-gans. Functional models along with organ like material could help us understand the diagnosis much better. Advantages over Traditional Method3D bio printing offers additional important advantages beyond this traditional regenerative method:-· Customization & Personal-ization: The greatest advantage that 3D printers provide in med-ical applications is the freedom to produce custom-made med-ical products and equipment. Custom-made implants, fixtures, and surgical tools can have a positive impact in terms of the time required for surgery, patient recovery time, and success of the surgery.· Increased Cost Efficiency: Another important benefit offered by 3D printing is the ability to pro-duce items cheaply. The cost depends on the material used for printing, but it is cost efficient than other methods of treatment. Prior to this method, CT, MRI and X-rays on a plate were used which only portrayed 2D model. Traditional manufacturing meth-ods remain less expensive for large-scale production; however, the cost of 3D printing is becom-ing more and more competitive for small production runs. The cost to custom-print a 3D object is minimal, with the first item being as inexpensive as the last. 3D print-ing can also reduce manufactur-ing costs by decreasing the use of unnecessary resources. · Enhanced Productivity: Fast in 3D printing means that prod-uct can be made within hours. That makes 3D printing tech-nology much faster than tradi-tional methods of making items which require milling, forging, and a long delivery time. In ad-dition to speed, other qualities, such as the resolution, accura-cy, reliability, and repeatability of 3D printing technologies are also improving. GENERATING A PRE-MODEL OF EVEN THE MOST COMPLEX STRUCTURES, THE SURGEONS CAN BETTER ANALYZE THE ANATOMY THROUGH SURGICAL SIMULATION AND PLAN THEIR SURGERIES FOR BETTER OUTCOMESDr. Pradeep Moonot
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