Biomechanical characterization of custom-made dynamic implants fabricated by Electron Beam Melting for anterior chest wall reconstruction

Large thoracic defects need to be reconstructed to restore inner organs protection and normal ventilation. Early rigid implants have provided the stabilization of the ribcage; however, those have been associated with breathing restrictions. The evolution of additive manufacturing has enabled the pro...

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Main Authors: María Paula Fiorucci, Alberto Cuadrado, Alejandro Yánez, Oscar Martel, Belinda Mentado, Donato Monopoli
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Elsevier 2021-08-01
Series:Materials & Design
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Online Access:http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0264127521003117