3D printed titanium alloy sternum implantation operation was successfully implemented

A few days ago, Tangdu Hospital of the Fourth Military Medical University performed the world's first 3D printed titanium alloy sternum implant operation for a female patient suffering from sternal tumor. Recently, in the ward of Tangdu Hospital, I saw this patient who was recovering after surgery. The patient now feels well and eats normally.

According to reports, when this patient came to the hospital, the diameter of the sternal tumor had reached 67 cm and must be surgically removed. However, the traditional sternal resection would cause a large defect in the patient's front chest, which would affect the respiratory function and appearance. Cause serious impact. After several consultations by the hospital's treatment team, it was finally decided to remove the patient's sternum tumor and then implant a 3D printed titanium alloy sternum.

Wang Xiaoping, deputy chief physician of Thoracic Surgery, Datangdu Hospital of the Fourth Medical University, introduced the procedure to the author. First, the patient’s entire tumor and sternum were removed, and then the pre-printed titanium alloy model was implanted. During breathing, you can lift it (with the chest cavity). high. According to Professor Wang Xiaoping, at present, the patient is recovering smoothly and there is no physical rejection.