Cancer
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3D-printed bone scaffolds help Rice University researchers understand how cancer spreads
Scientists from Rice University in Texas have used 3D printing technology to create enhanced support structures that mimic the biological environment of bone cancer tumours. 3D printing has enabled them to get closer to mimicking real bone. Read more
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Brazilian cancer survivor becomes first to receive 3D-printed face prosthesis using smartphone
A cancer survivor in Brazil has become the first person to receive a 3D-printed face prosthesis made with a smartphone after his right eye socket was removed. The cancer destroyed facial tissue, half the roof of his mouth and damaged his throat. Read more
3D Printed Medical Models help to battle cancer
By printing models of tumours and organs researchers have discovered a more effective way of analysing radiation treatment. Read more
Doctors use 3D printing to mimic tumours
3D printing technology has been used to mimic the development of a cancerous tumour, producing results that are more accurate than previous studies. Read more
Gray's Anatomy
Surgeon 3D prints pelvis for cancer patient
A surgeon has 3D printed the pelvis of a cancer patient, who had half of his own pelvis removed to prevent the spread of bone cancer. Read more
