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Fig. 3 | 3D Printing in Medicine

Fig. 3

From: Technical improvements in preparing 3D printed anatomical models for comminuted fracture preoperative planning

Fig. 3

Application of magnetic connection struts to create separable models. A CAD model of the comminuted distal tibial and fibular fracture and (B) 3D printed model. C Application of magnetic connector struts to enable separation and reconnection of adjacent bones. D STL model of the generalized magnetic holder connector that was intersected with either (E) long bones or (F) irregular bones and trimmed within the margins of the bone. G Handling of the model demonstrating detachment of magnetic parts and reassembly

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3D Printing in Medicine

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