3D Printing Custom-Fit Stents, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center Reveals

The trend for personalized implants has recently advanced with the development of 3D printed, custom stents. These additively manufactured medical devices are generated using medical-grade silicones and hold airways open with a closely matched fit that greatly outperforms off-the-shelf devices. The value of 3D printing has become more apparent as today’s healthcare environment shifts toward personalized solutions. Custom implants have come to the forefront, and 3D printing has been used to fabricate spinal implants, craniofacial implants, and much more.

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