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Review
. 2010;126(2):143-51.

[Medical applications of rapid prototyping--three-dimensional bodies for planning and implementation of treatment and for tissue replacement]

[Article in Finnish]
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Review

[Medical applications of rapid prototyping--three-dimensional bodies for planning and implementation of treatment and for tissue replacement]

[Article in Finnish]
Antti Mäkitie et al. Duodecim. 2010.

Abstract

The possibilities of medical applications of rapid prototyping are continuously expanding and developing. In current applications, five main groups are distinguished: (1) preoperative planning, surgical training and teaching, (2) inert implants, (3) surgical instruments and special equipment associated with the operations, (4) postoperative guides, long-term supports and aids and (5) artificial tissue. The first four of these are already in general use, whereas the last one is still under investigation.

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