• 1. State Key Laboratory for Manufacturing Systems Engineering, Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an Shaanxi, 710049, P. R. China;
  • 2. Institute of Medical and Biological Engineering, Leeds University, UK;
  • 3. Department of Maxillofacial Surgery, School of Stomatology, Xi'an Jiaotong University;
  • 4. Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, School of Stomatology, the Fourth Military Medical University;
  • 5. Department of Orthopedics, Xijing Hospital, the Fourth Military Medical University;
LIUYaxiong, Email: yaxiongliu@mail.xjtu.edu.cn
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Objective To summarize the latest research development of the application of digital design and three-dimensional (3-D) printing technique on individualized medical treatment. Methods Recent research data and clinical literature about the application of digital design and 3-D printing technique on individualized medical treatment in Xi'an Jiaotong University and its cooperation unit were summarized, reviewed, and analyzed. Results Digital design and 3-D printing technique can design and manufacture individualized implant based on the patient's specific disease conditions. And the implant can satisfy the needs of specific shape and function of the patient, reducing dependence on the level of experience required for the doctor. So 3-D printing technique get more and more recognition of the surgeon on the individualized repair of human tissue. Xi'an Jiaotong University is the first unit to develop the commercial 3-D printer and conduct depth research on the design and manufacture of individualized medical implant. And complete technological processes and quality standards of product have been developed. Conclusion The individualized medical implant manufactured by 3-D printing technique can not only achieve personalized match but also meet the functional requirements and aesthetic requirements of patients. In addition, the individualized medical implant has the advantages of accurate positioning, stable connection, and high strength. So 3-D printing technique has broad prospects in the manufacture and application of individualized implant.

Citation: QINMian, LIUYaxiong, HEJiankang, WANGLing, LIANQin, LIDichen, JINZhongmin, HESanhu, LIGang, LIUYanpu, WANGZhen. APPLICATION OF DIGITAL DESIGN AND THREE-DIMENSIONAL PRINTING TECHNIQUE ON INDIVIDUALIZED MEDICAL TREATMENT. Chinese Journal of Reparative and Reconstructive Surgery, 2014, 28(3): 286-291. doi: 10.7507/1002-1892.20140065 Copy

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