drvarun sqMedical 3D Printing & Bioprinting

Dr Varun Tyagi is a medical doctor who practices in India and writes about remarkable and historical landmarks throughout the medical world.  Dr Varun believes that 3D printing can help democratize medical care, making medical devices affordable and available to everyone on the planet.

3d printed sternum rib cage

Penelop Heller, a patient of Chondrosarcoma, a rare cancer of bones and joints, underwent surgery for removal of cancer affected parts. She received Gore-Tex and Bone cement impants which caused trouble with pain and breathing. She later agreed to get a 3D Printed Sternum and Partial Rib Cage made of titanium and porous polyethylene. She is now the first patient in United States to recieve this treatment.

Source: https://www.csiro.au/en/News/News-releases/2017/NYC-patient-recieves-aussie-made-3d-printed-sternum