The role of 3d printing in healthcare sector
SAHIL SACHAN
, Gummadi Srikanth , Kotla Srihari
• Additive manufacturing • 3D printing • Computer-aided design (CAD) • Healthcare innovation • Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) • Patient care • Patient-centric solutions • Prostheses
This abstract discusses the transformative impact of 3D printing on the healthcare industry. It introduces the concept of additive manufacturing through 3D printing, highlighting its utilization of computer-aided design to create three-dimensional objects using various materials. The narrative explores the intersection of technology and healthcare, focusing on how 3D printing has emerged as a ground-breaking instrument with the potential to revolutionize patient care, research, and treatment options.
The study aims to investigate the diverse applications of 3D printing in healthcare, emphasizing its uses, advantages, and challenges. It addresses the rising demand for customized medical devices and the need to cut costs without compromising quality. The research delves into the current status of 3D printing in healthcare, its integration into clinical practice, and its future potential. Furthermore, it explores ethical, legal, and financial considerations surrounding 3D printing in healthcare, examining its impact on patient care and the broader healthcare ecosystem.
The narrative underlines the significant improvements brought about by 3D printing in the medical industry, including the development of surgical guides, prosthetics, and patient-specific replicas of bones, organs, and blood vessels. It notes the advancements in product characteristics such as strength and safety, reduced lead times, and lower costs.
Despite these advancements, challenges are acknowledged, such as the lack of clear regulations for ensuring the safety and effectiveness of 3D-printed medical devices. Issues with raw materials, cost implications, and limitations on printable materials are also discussed. The global market size for 3D printing in 2022 is mentioned, projecting significant growth with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 23.3% from 2023 to 2030.
In summary, the abstract provides a comprehensive overview of the evolving landscape of 3D printing in healthcare, addressing its potential benefits, challenges, and the need for further exploration in this dynamic intersection of technology and healthcare.
"The role of 3d printing in healthcare sector", TIJER - TIJER - INTERNATIONAL RESEARCH JOURNAL (www.TIJER.org), ISSN:2349-9249, Vol.11, Issue 2, page no.250-282, February-2024, Available :https://tijer.org/TIJER/papers/TIJERTHE3028.pdf
Volume 11
Issue 2,
February-2024
Pages : 250-282
Paper Reg. ID: TIJER_151189
Published Paper Id: TIJERTHE3028
Downloads: 000332
Research Area: Science and Technology
Country: Phagwara, Punjab, India
ISSN: 2349-9249 | IMPACT FACTOR: 8.57 Calculated By Google Scholar | ESTD YEAR: 2014
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