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3D Printing in Pediatric Orthopedics

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The emergence of 3D printing technology is rapidly changing the face of healthcare. Its impact in pediatric orthopedics has been profound. Innovations such as the creation of precise anatomical models for surgical planning and the production of patient-specific instrumentation and implants are just a few of the ways 3D printing is being utilized in pediatric orthopedics. This chapter reviews the processes involved in medical 3D printing, from magnetic resonance imaging and computerized tomography scans to creation of the final models. It will also outline the current applications of 3D printing in pediatric orthopedics. Finally, the chapter will discuss potential future applications of 3D printing in orthopedic bioprinting and tissue engineering.

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  1. Orthopaedic Surgery, The Ohio State University, College of Medicine, Nationwide Children’s Hospital, Columbus, OH, USA

    Anirejuoritse Bafor, Jayanthi Parthasarathy & Christopher A. Iobst

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Bafor, A., Parthasarathy, J., Iobst, C.A. (2022). 3D Printing in Pediatric Orthopedics. In: Guastaldi, F.P., Mahadik, B. (eds) Bone Tissue Engineering. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-92014-2_7

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