Author/Editor		Drstvenšek, Igor; Ihan Hren, Nataša; Strojnik, Tadej
Title		Rapid prototyping as comunication and implantation tool in medicine
Type		članek
Source		In: Recent advances in visualization, imaging and simulation : proceedings of the 1st WSEAS International Conference on Visualization, Imaging and Simulation (VIS'08), Bucharest, Romania, November 7-9, 2008 [S. l.] : WSEAS Press
Publication year		2008
Volume		str. 185-190
Language		eng
Abstract		Combined with traditional CT scanning techniques rapid technologies (prototyping and tooling) can be used as instruments for better (three-dimensional) visualization, simulation of procedures and treatment of patients. They also improve the overall performances of medical and nursing staff thus influencing the quality of medical service. Using a combination of Computer Assisted Design (CAD), high medical skills and latest rapid prototyping and manufacturing technologies, it is now possible to help patients with craniofacial deformities as birth defects, orthognathic deformities, deformities after malignancy treatment or the consequences of craniofacial injuries of variable severities, resulting in both aesthetic and functional alterations. The paper presents some clinical cases, carried ut in cooperation of Faculty of Mechanical Engineering in Maribor and both University Clinical Centres in Slovenia, where virtual models have been used for surgical preparations and RP models for manufacturing of implants.
Keywords		rapid prototyping reverse engineering custom implant maxillofacial reconstructive surgery cranioplasty CT Scanning