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Development of an arthroscopically compatible polymer additive layer manufacture technique

Authors :
Dalgarno, Kenny
Partridge, Simon W
Benning, Matthew J
German, Matthew J
Dalgarno, Kenneth W
Source :
Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, Part H: Journal of Engineering in Medicine; June 2017, Vol. 231 Issue: 6 p586-594, 9p
Publication Year :
2017

Abstract

This article describes a proof of concept study designed to evaluate the potential of an in vivo three-dimensional printing route to support minimally invasive repair of the musculoskeletal system. The study uses a photocurable material to additively manufacture in situ a model implant and demonstrates that this can be achieved effectively within a clinically relevant timescale. The approach has the potential to be applied with a wide range of light-curable materials and with development could be applied to create functionally gradient structures in vivo.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
09544119
Volume :
231
Issue :
6
Database :
Supplemental Index
Journal :
Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, Part H: Journal of Engineering in Medicine
Publication Type :
Periodical
Accession number :
ejs42627277
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1177/0954411917690560