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Medical devices and implants have come on leaps and bounds in recent years, but we often see a lot of compensation claims arising out from them as well. One issue with medical devices and implants is that they can be difficult to customise to different patients<\/strong>, but the issue could potentially be resolved with new 3D printing technology.<\/p>\n

It’s early days, but 3D printed medical devices and implants are being used to help patients. <\/p>\n

Is this new technology they the way forward to seeing a better world of safer implants and devices<\/strong> that can be made quickly and effectively?
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\nFrom breast implants<\/a> to hip implants<\/a>, and pacemakers<\/a> to diabetic syringes<\/a>, there have been plenty of recalls and medical device alerts here in the UK and around the world. An ongoing issue with the effectiveness of such devices can come down to the design specificities that can be largely unique to the individual patients.<\/p>\n

Now, we have the technology for 3D printing. Can we therefore expect to see a future where we can have complete customisability without the costs associated with it? Can we allow for better fitted medical devices and implants using precision 3-D printing techniques?<\/strong> They are already being used, and the potential for “smart implants” where technology can be used to continually monitor the effectiveness and respond to problems can go together with such advancements.<\/p>\n

It’s possible, in a not too distant future, we could have 3D printers at hospitals on-hand to create life-saving implants and devices when needed. <\/p>\n

It’s certainly an exciting prospect and it’s something to watch out for as the market for 3D printed medical devices and implants is set to expand.<\/p>\n

As specialist Group Action Lawyers<\/a> who often have to deal with medical device and medical implant class action compensation claims, all we hope for is that there are no dangers or limitations that may lead to future actions.<\/p>\n

Image Credit: https:\/\/www.thingiverse.com\/thing:944296<\/a><\/small><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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