3D-printed Patient-specific Spine Implants: A Systematic Review

Conclusions: Results of the systematic review indicate that 3DP technology is a viable means to fabricate patient-matched spinal implants. The effects on clinical and radiographic outcome measures are still in question, but these devices may produce favorable subsidence and pseudoarthrosis rates. Currently, the technology is ideally suited for complex tumor pathology and atypical bone defects. Future randomized controlled trials and cost analyses are still needed. Level of Evidence: IV—systematic review.
Source: Journal of Spinal Disorders and Techniques - Category: Surgery Tags: SYSTEMATIC REVIEWS AND META-ANALYSES Source Type: research