3D-printed titanium chest wall reconstruction surgery performed at Vinmec International Hospital in Vietnam.

Vinmec International Hospital in Vietnam has achieved a milestone by performing Southeast Asia's first 3D-printed titanium chest wall reconstruction surgery. The procedure involved removing an 11.5cm tumor and reconstructing the chest with a 3D-printed implant, significantly reducing recovery time and eliminating the need for prior treatments like chemotherapy. This innovation positions Vietnam as the fourth Asian country to use fully 3D-printed bone implants, with implications for various medical fields.

September 20, 2024
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