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3mat (Germany) 3mat, an affiliate of caesar (Center of Advanced European Studies and Research), develops, manufactures and markets innovative biomaterials and devices made using three-dimensional processes. We develop advanced polymer and ceramic materials, and fabricate anatomical models, implants or prototypes according to the needs of medical technology manufacturers, physicians and clinics.
Brainstorming, Medical Engineering Services Lda. (Portugal) has engineers, radiologists and a maxillofacial surgeon on staff to produces RP medical models for diagnosis, surgical rehearsal, production of custom implants and surgical guides. Contact Information: Rua Padre Francisco Figueira 4 R/C, 2795-815 Queijas, Portugal; (+351) 21 416 0194; (+351) 21 424 1809 FX; Attn: Fernando Certo Simoes, Medical Application Engineer; Email: f.certo.simoes@brainstorming.pt [No web site found.]
British Association Of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons (UK) An extensive tutorial concerning Stereolithography In Maxillofacial Surgery by A. A. Amis of the Imperial College, UK.
CenPRA (Centro de Pesquisas Renato Archer) (Brazil) The Promed project for fast prototyping in medicine was created in August, 2001 with the objective of using graphical computation and prototyping in planning complex surgeries. The method is used in non-critical orthopedic, bucomaxillofacial and cranial reconstruction cases. Such procedures reduce the time and the costs of the operation, minimize the discomfort and speed up the recovery of the patient. (in Portuguese)
Craniofacial Osseointegration Maxillofacial Prosthetic Rehabillitation Unit (COMPRU) (Canada) Offers reconstruction of the head and neck using RP and other advanced technologies. Edmonton, Alberta, Canada.
ComputerGen Implants Ltd. (UK) Dr. Ninian S. Peckitt, Consultant Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon, Director. This extraordinarily deep UK site has numerous case histories and tutorial information for physicians and patients. The company has developed a number of proprietary techniques, some of which have been patented.
Radiologische Gemeinschaftspraxis Prüner Gang, (Kiel Germany) This is a private practice that specializes in the imaging sciences with particular emphasis on rapid prototyping. There is an extensive tutorial section concerning RP that would be of use to both patients and physicians.
Walter Reed Army Medical Center The 3D Medical Applications Center combines computer technology and 3D model fabrication with computed tomography (CT) and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scans to produce tools that improve medical efficiency and patient outcomes. The primary focus is 3D anatomical models in support of the surgical process. These models offer numerous benefits to surgeons and patients, including: more rapid and accurate diagnosis and treatment planning, as well as reduced operating room time.
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