Medical 3D Printing & Bioprinting

 

Bentley Yoder, a 7-month old was born with encephalocele, rare congenital defect that causes brain to grow outside of the skull. Using 3D Printing technology, Dr. John Meara at Boston Children’s Hospital was able to perform reconstructive surgery and 5 hours later, Bentley was reported to be doing well in recovery.

Source: http://www.medicaldaily.com/bentley-yoder-brain-surgery-encephalocele-3d-printing-390255

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