3D打印技术在眼科的应用

The application of 3D printing in ophthalmology

3D打印指通过逐层增加材料的方式制造三维实体物件,其具有快速成型、高度灵活、节约成本的优势。医疗行业被广泛认为是3D打印最重要的应用领域之一。近年来,得益于技术的进步和国家对3D打印相关研究的支持,3D打印技术在眼科的应用逐渐增多。本文就3D打印技术在眼科医学教育、基础研究、手术辅助及个体化治疗等方面的应用及可能的前景进行综述,并对近年来受到广泛关注的生物3D打印技术做了简要介绍。

3D printing refers to the approach in manufacturing the three-dimensional physical objects by adding materials layer by layer.It features the advantages of quick styling,high flexibility and cost saving.The medical industry is extensively regarded as one of the most important application sectors for 3D printing.In recent years,due to the development of technical and the enhanced support from the nation in the 3D related research,the application of 3D printing technology in the ophthalmology has been increasing.This review made the overview analysis on the 3D printing technology application and possible prospects in the aspects of medical education,foundation research,surgical assistance and individualized treatment of ophthalmology,made a brief introduction on the 3D bioprinting technology attracting extensive attention recently.