How does it work 

• After the CT images, which must be newer than 60 days, are approved the design of the implant and construction of the mould is done with the 3D design software Segment 3D. This is done in consideration of the surgeon’s feedback and desires.
• Anatomical mould is produced by means of 3D-printing equipment and biocompatible materials, as fast as within 24 hours.
• After washing, cleaning and inspection, the mould and implant trial model are sent for final sterilization.
• In the OR, the surgeon uses a 3D printed copy of the implant for placement and fitting verification.
• If the surgical intervention is new the surgeon uses a patient-specific surgical guide for presurgical planning and navigation.
• The making of the implant is easily done by placing bone cement (PMMA) into the mould sections. After 10-15 min the implant is ready for final adaption and approval by the surgeon.
• The implant can be fixed into the patient by any fixation system available.