Engineering a New Polymeric Heart Valve Using 3D Printing-TRISKELION

Conclusions: The development of a heart valve with a central structure proves to be a promising concept. It offers another principle to address the problem of longevity in currently used heart valves. Using 3D printing to develop new prototypes provides a fast, effective, and accurate way to deepen understanding of its physical properties and requirements. This opens the door for translating and combining results into modern prototypes using highly biocompatible polymers, internal structures, and advanced valve layouts.PMID:36422234 | PMC:PMC9696920 | DOI:10.3390/medicina58111695

Source: Medicina (Kaunas) - November 24, 2022 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: Philip Tschorn Filip Schr öter Martin Hartrumpf Ralf-Uwe K ühnel Roya Ostovar Johannes M Albes Source Type: research