Application Progress of 3D Printing in Orthopedic Clinical Practice

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Abstract

In recent years, 3D printing technology has been widely applied in the field of orthopedics, covering preoperative planning, surgical simulation, personalized implants, and surgical guides, all demonstrating broad application prospects. This article systematically elaborates on the basic principles, methods, and materials of 3D printing technology, as well as its current application status, technological progress, and clinical effects in orthopedics. It also briefly outlines future directions such as artificial intelligence-assisted design and bio-printing. In the future, the combination of 3D printing and artificial intelligence will further reduce printing costs and simplify clinical operation procedures, enabling more patients to benefit from personalized and precise treatments. This will become an important direction for the next stage of orthopedic research.

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