Author:
M.H. Castel Aude,Gagnon Dominique,Lussier Bertrand
Abstract
Three-dimensional (3D) printing is being used more and more in veterinary medicine. Currently, the most common veterinary applications are medical devices, lab equipment and tools, and teaching models. This chapter will be focusing on medical devices. These devices can be divided into three main categories. The first being metallic printed implants to address specific surgical pathologies in orthopedic and neurosurgery. The second is plastic and metallic guides to facilitate surgical procedures. And third, plastic-printed implants to simulate and plan surgical interventions.