Application of modern 3D printing technology in orthopedic trauma surgery

"Each surgery requires technical and anatomical precision at the individual level. When applying 3D printing technology, the surgeon will cut according to the surgical tray, thereby improving the efficiency and accuracy of the surgery. In many cases, it would be very difficult to apply only pure experience to treat the patient's injury, so 3D printing technology is very supportive," Professor - Doctor - Doctor Tran Trung Dung (visiting professor at Osaka Metropolitan University, Japan - Director of Vinmec Orthopedic Trauma and Sports Medicine Center) shared at the Scientific Conference celebrating the 10th anniversary of the establishment of the Institute of Orthopedic Trauma, Military Hospital 175, on the morning of December 6.

Application of 3D printing technology in orthopedic trauma surgery for individualization

According to Professor Tran Trung Dung, despite many benefits, difficulties and challenges in terms of cost, time and multidisciplinary integration still exist in 3D printing technology in many places, even around the world.

"Medical treatment is not one size fits all. Each patient has a different injury and there is only one printed product. Therefore, for implant products, we must research very carefully to deploy personalized 3D applications," Professor Trung Dung shared.

To optimize treatment results, 3D printing technology has been applied throughout the entire process from simulation design to surgical planning. This technology allows for precise design of bone cutting trays and reconstruction splints, jaw models and surgical guides with high precision, ensuring the procedure is performed effectively, safely and optimizes treatment results.

Doctor Do Van Tu, Department of Maxillofacial Surgery, Military Hospital 175, said that applying 3D printing technology helps surgeons have the most accurate cutting lines. Calculating the details of the cuts and grafts will help doctors perform surgery simply and accurately, instead of having to wait until the patient is on the operating table to perform time-consuming calculations as before. Planning and following the plan when applying 3D technology in microsurgery is an important factor to ensure optimal aesthetic and functional results for patients.

Scientific conference to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the Institute of Orthopedics and Traumatology, Military Hospital 175

Nowadays, 3D technology is increasingly applied in the field of maxillofacial surgery such as orthopedic surgery, dental implant surgery, plastic surgery...

Major General, Doctor - Doctor Tran Quoc Viet, Director of Military Hospital 175, said that the combination of 3D printing technology and microsurgery techniques is a testament to the continuous efforts of Military Hospital 175 in general and the Institute of Trauma and Orthopedics in particular in applying advanced technology, providing optimal solutions, meeting treatment needs and improving the quality of life for patients.

Source: https://thanhnien.vn/ung-dung-cong-nghe-in-3d-hien-dai-trong-phau-thuat-chan-thuong-chinh-hinh-185241206104348066.htm