Three-dimensional printed pure-titanium implantation for chest wall reconstruction involving the sternum and ribs: a novel approach.

ABSTRACT: Chest wall reconstruction is challenging due to the complex shape and large defect size. The three-dimensional printing technology enables the fabrication of customized implants, and 3D-printed pure-titanium could provide superior mechanical properties to conventional materials. The aim of this study was to evaluate long-term outcomes of patients undergoing chest wall reconstruction with a 3D-printed pure-titanium implant. Between August 2018 and May 2021, 5 patients underwent surgery due to sternal metastasis (n = 3), postoperative sternal wound infection (n = 1) and deformity (n = 1). The customized implant was designed and constructed based on the size and shape of the chest wall defect measured on computed tomography. All patients demonstrated uneventful recovery without complications

SUBMITTER: Yoon DW 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11009014 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature