3D printed scaffolds show promise in the healing of cranial defects

A team from Texas has been testing novel strategies for cranial implants, which encourage the healing and regeneration of adjoing tissue. In cases of severe traumatic injuries to the cranium, large volumes of missing bone have made restorative procedures difficult, and the healing process challenging. Metal and plastic implants can take a long time to be customized for fit and often take a long time to support bone fixation, potentially leading to multiple revision surgeries should the defect not heal properly and complications with the healing of the tissue adjoining the implant. Reducing the time and accuracy of implantable bone...