3D-printed patient specific instruments for corrective osteotomies of the lower extremity.

D'Amelio, Andrea; Van Lieshout, Esther M M; Wakker, Alexander M; Verhofstad, Michael H J; Van Vledder, Mark G · Injury · 2022

review · Level V

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Abstract

3D-printing has become a promising adjunct in orthopedic surgery over the past years. A significant drop in costs and increased availability of the required hardware and software needed for using the technique, have resulted in a relatively fast adaptation of 3D-printing techniques for various indications. In this review, the role of 3D-printing for deformity corrections of the lower extremity is described.

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