Observational analysis highlights the benefits of 3D printing and virtual surgical planning in craniofacial and thoracic surgery, suggesting improved patient outcomes.
This paper describes the results and benefits of applying a comprehensive methodology for simulating and planning surgeries related to the restoration of bone structures damaged by various types of pathologies, through seven clinical success cases. Pre-surgery simulations are performed using 3D printed anatomical test models. In addition, restorations or bone transformations are supported by customised implants manufactured for each case, including customised cutting guides as well. Appropriate polymeric materials are used, and Fused Deposition Modelling (FDM) is applied as the main additive manufacturing technique to obtain the medical devices. The results demonstrate the feasibility of applying such techniques, their advantages and the possibilities of access to them in Ecuador.
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