Abstract:

Additive manufacturing (AM) technology, which is generally called three dimensional (3D) printing, has been used in many fields in recent years. With the introduction of technology, its cross-industry spread is increasing and is accelerating the development of the field of biofabrication in medicine. Recent advances in additive manufacturing are facilitating the further development of patient-specific healthcare solutions. Especially with regard to personalized treatment methods, production planning makes it preferable in healthcare applications. The customization of many healthcare products and services, such as implants, drug delivery devices, medical instruments, and prostheses, is extremely difficult, if not impossible, without additive manufacturing technologies. Today, additive manufacturing is a well-known technology for making real three-dimensional objects using metal, ceramic, polymer materials, and biomaterials that can be subjected to a variety of applications. This article presents the medical applications of additive manufacturing, tissue and organ development with bioprinting technology, the range of materials in the medical field, and future research needs for this technology.

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