Inventia Life Science
Australian researchers have developed an innovative technique to 3D print skin to assist in the healing process of patients with severe burns.
Researchers at Concord Hospital in Australia have developed an innovative technique to 3D print skin to assist in the healing process of patients with severe burns.
The innovative procedure is the result of collaboration between the hospital’s Skin Laboratory and the company Inventia Life Science, creator of the surgical robot Ligo.
The researchers managed to isolate skin cells from patients before generating new skin with the help of a robotic 3D printer, which is then applied to the wound.
In a statement, Ryan Park, Minister of Health of New South Wales, spoke about the new technique developed by the Australian hospital: “This is a transformative technology that can make a big difference for people with burns and loss of soft tissue, while also further enhancing the reputation of the Concord Burns Unit as a center of excellence in burn treatment development worldwide,” he said.
According to a report from channel 9 News Queensland, five patients have already received 3D printed skin, with another five scheduled to undergo the procedure before the trial advances to the next phase.
The researchers hope the machine will be able to in the future 3D print directly onto the burned areas, as well as on deeper wounds.
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