3D printing enables customized knee replacement surgery

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In today's installment of "How 3D Printing is Changing Healthcare Forever," a Massachusetts-based medical device company is forging new ground in knee replacement surgery. A combination of CT imaging, modeling software and 3D printing technology is enabling ConforMIS to offer implants tailored specifically to each patient. The development could help avoid complications that often follow the procedure, such as pain arising from instability of the joint. .. Continue Reading 3D printing enables customized knee replacement surgery

Section: Medical

Tags: 3D Printing, Implant, Surgery

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