The comprehensive on-demand 3D bio-printing for composite reconstruction of mandibular defects
Abstract Background The mandible is a functional bio-organ that supports facial structures and helps mastication and speaking. Large mandible defects, generally greater than 6-cm segment loss, may require composite tissue reconstruction such as osteocutaneous-vascularized free flap which has a limit...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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SpringerOpen
2022-10-01
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Series: | Maxillofacial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery |
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Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.1186/s40902-022-00361-7 |