| |DECEMBER 20209object in almost any shape imaginable as defined in a computer-aided design (CAD) file. It is important to note that two-dimensional (2D) radiographic images, such as x-rays, magnetic res-onance imaging (MRI), or comput-erized tomography (CT) scans, can be converted to digital 3D print files, allowing the creation of complex, customized anatomical and medical structures. Diversity in 3D Printing3D printing has made a huge differ-ence in the field of medical science. Usually this method is popular in planning of heart operation, spine and other orthopedic procedure. 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 geometry through the translation of x-ray, MRI, or CT scans into digital .stl 3D print files. In this way, 3D print-ing has been used successfully in the health care sector to make both stan-dard and complex customized pros-thetic limbs and surgical implants, sometimes within hours. The ability to quickly produce cus-tom implants and prostheses solves a clear and persistent problem in ortho-pedics, where standard implants are often not sufficient for some patients, particularly in complex cases. Previ-ously, surgeons had to perform bone graft surgeries or use scalpels and drills to modify implants by shaving pieces of metal and plastic to a desired shape, size, and fit. Most often in cases where a patient has undergone knee foot or ankle fracture, their shape tend to deform. In such cases 3D print-ing has revolutionized fthe correction of deformity. In the upcoming days, this itself will grow and develop with more ad-vanced 3D models along with func-tional models where materials are more like the organs. Functional models along with organ like material could help us understand the diagno-sis much better. Advantages over traditional method3D bio printing offers additional im-portant advantages beyond this tradi-tional regenerative method1. Customization and Personal-ization - The greatest advantage that 3D printers provide in medical ap-plications is the freedom to produce custom-made medical 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 the success of the surgery.2. Increased Cost Efficiency - Another important benefit offered by 3D printing is the ability to produce 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 2 D mod-el. Traditional manufacturing meth-ods remain less expensive for large-scale production; however, the cost of 3D printing is becoming more and more competitive for small produc-tion runs. The cost to custom-print a 3D object is minimal, with the first item being as inexpensive as the last. 3D printing can also reduce manufac-turing costs by decreasing the use of unnecessary resources. 3. Enhanced Productivity - Fast in 3D printing means that product can be made within hours. That makes 3D printing technology much faster than traditional methods of making items which require milling, forging, and a long delivery time. In addition to speed, other qualities, such as the resolution, accuracy, reliability, and repeatability of 3D printing technolo-gies, are also improving. In cases where a patient has undergone knee foot or ankle fracture, their shape tend to deform. In such cases 3D printing has revolutionized the correction of deformityPradeep Moonot, Orthopedic Surgeon & Pediatrist
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