3D Printing in Medicine; A Practical Guide for Medical Professionals 1st ed

This book covers the basics of three-dimensional (3D) printing, explores the practical considerations for setting up a 3D printing service within a medical facility, and highlights the significant potential of 3D printed models in providing tactile feedback and detailed insights into both anatomical and pathological conditions. Specific chapters dive into the use of 3D printing in various medical fields, such as musculoskeletal, craniomaxillofacial, cardiovascular, and neurosurgery. It also addresses key challenges and opportunities related to training, materials, equipment, and guidelines, as well as the overall costs of maintaining a 3D printing lab and how these costs compare to clinical benefits. Radiologists, surgeons, and other healthcare professionals will find this book to be an invaluable resource for understanding the practical applications and growing role of 3D printing in medicine.