title: Application of rapid prototyping techniques for modelling of anatomical structures in medical training and education.
abstract: Rapid prototyping has become an innovative method of fast and cost-effective production of three-dimensional models for manufacturing. Wide access to advanced medical imaging methods allows application of this technique for medical training purposes. This paper presents the feasibility of rapid prototyping technologies: stereolithography, selective laser sintering, fused deposition modelling, and three-dimensional printing for medical education. Rapid prototyping techniques are a promising method for improvement of anatomical education in medical students but also a valuable source of training tools for medical specialists.
authors: Laboratory of Biostructure, Human Anatomy Department, Medical University of Lublin, Poland.
authors: K
authors: K
authors: Torres
authors: G
authors: G
authors: Staśkiewicz
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authors: Śnieżyński
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authors: Drop
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authors: Maciejewski