3D printing firm 3D Systems has launched a new printing service for clinicians looking to have experts print their virtual 3D models and deliver them to their healthcare institution.
The on-demand anatomical modeling service allows clinicians to order 3D-printed models by following several steps:
- Preparing a virtual 3D model based on medical images using any commercially available software, including 3D Systems' D2P software
- Uploading the completed 3D model file into the 3D Systems website. Files can be saved in stereolithography (STL), object file (OBJ), or polygon file (PLY) format
- Selecting the printing material
- Requesting a quote and then reviewing and finalizing the order
Through a separate yet similar patient-specific anatomical modeling service, clinicians have the option of directly sending patients' CT or MRI scans to 3D Systems for both 3D modeling and 3D printing.
3D-printed anatomical models. Image courtesy of 3D Systems.The new 3D printing services provide medical professionals with access to individually tailored 3D-printed anatomical models that may enhance 3D visualization for presurgical planning and patient education, according to the firm. Model delivery typically takes five business days.
