Reverse Engineering and 3D Printing of Medical Devices for Drug Delivery and Drug-Embedded Anatomic Implants
Anusha Elumalai, Yash Nayak, Aravinda Ganapathy, David Chen, Karthik Tappa, Udayabhanu Jammalamadaka, Grace Bishop, David H. Ballard
Abstract
In recent years, 3D printing (3DP) has advanced traditional medical treatments. This review explores the fusion of reverse engineering and 3D printing of medical implants, with a specific focus on drug delivery applications. The potential for 3D printing technology to create patient-specific implants and intricate anatomical models is discussed, along with its ability to address challenges in medical treatment. The article summarizes the current landscape, challenges, benefits, and emerging trends of using 3D-printed formulations for medical implantation and drug delivery purposes.
Topics & Concepts
3D printingDrug deliveryMedical device3d printedMedicineMedical physicsBiomedical engineeringNanotechnologyEngineeringMaterials scienceMechanical engineering3D Printing in Biomedical ResearchBone Tissue Engineering MaterialsAdditive Manufacturing and 3D Printing Technologies