Personalized Medical Devices

Dear Colleagues,

Recent developments in digital technologies have caused significant changes in the tools, devices, and procedures used by modern medicine. The introduction of tailored treatments has unlocked new frontiers for the achievement of a higher quality of treatment for patients, thanks to the consideration of the patient’s specific needs. Specifically, the design of custom-made medical devices and the development of patient-specific procedures were fostered by the introduction of 3D scanning and additive manufacturing technologies in the medical sector. The revolution triggered by these techniques has recently transformed itself into a mature and large medical reality which needs to be well documented.

Accordingly, this Issue focuses on the recent development of personalized medical devices. The Issue welcomes contributions dealing with every scientific aspect involved in the design and fabrication of personalized medical devices. Papers may be focused on, but are not limited to, the following topics related to personalized medical devices: design, manufacturing, study of software design tools, human–computer interfaces, biometrics, 3D scanning, biomechanical evaluations, simulation of surgery and other medical procedures, and the design of patient-specific implants and surgical instruments.

Prof. Dr. Lapo Governi
Dr. Francesco Buonamici
Guest Editors

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