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S. Raymond Golish, MD, PhD, MBA
The topic of custom implants and instruments generates excitement about the potential of new and innovative technology, especially for 3D printed devices. Numerous terms—including "patient-matched," "patient-specific," "customized," and "custom"—have been used to describe implants and instruments that are tailored to a specific patient's anatomy.
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