by Agustín Blanco | Feb 5, 2016 | Health
The FDA (Food & Drug Administration) has approved a 3D-printed, titanium, cranial/craniofacial patient-specific plate implant for use in the US. The implant was designed by Brazil-based BioArchitects, and is 3D printed using Sweden-based Arcam’s electron...
by Jean-Louis Piraux | Jan 28, 2016 | Health
US researchers have developed a biosensor for the brain, which completely dissolves after use. The sensor measures the pressure and temperature, and is smaller than a grain of rice. IT could in the future be implanted after strokes or operations to respond temporarily...
by Agustín Blanco | Dec 15, 2015 | Health
A patient in Argentina has been able to lead a normal life again after an additively manufactured titanium cranial implant structure helped him recover following stroke related surgery. Certain mechanical requirements had to be met to ensure a successful result....