The field of medicine has moved into a new dimension in recent years as 3D printing technology has become more accurate and been adapted to work with biocompatible and biological materials that can be shaped into implants, drugs, scar tissue and even replacement organs.
And though it may be a while before hospitals are able to print out new hearts or lungs on demand, many have already introduced 3D-printed implants into their surgical practices. These devices are personalized to each patient’s specific anatomy, all but guaranteeing a perfect fit in knee and hip replacement, spinal fusion and other orthopedic procedures.
A system newly cleared by the FDA brings that accuracy to the creation of implants for pelvic reconstruction surgeries. Onkos Surgical’s My3D personalized pelvic reconstruction system aims to help surgeons more easily navigate the challenges associated with the procedure, a major surgery that requires implants to be attached to both bone and soft tissue.