Introducing the new
3D HIP
Titanium Implants
Patient-specific 3D-printed shelf implants for the treatment of Canine Hip Dysplasia
3D HIP
Shelf Implants
3D HIP is a patient-specific 3D-printed titanium implant specially developed to become a very effective, but the least invasive and least traumatic treatment for Canine Hip Dysplasia in the market today.
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The 3D HIP
ADVANTAGE
Compared to the very invasive Double and Triple Pelvic Osteotomies (DPO and TPO), both with extensive learning curves, the 3D HIP technique offers orthopedic surgeons the following advantages:
Made of Titanium which has the advantage of superior biocompatibility, it promotes faster bone healing and limits uncontrolled bone proliferation.
The seamless fit to the hip socket and the good femoral coverage in all load-bearing quadrants of this personalized 3D-printed shelf implant result to rapid recovery and high joint stability. Patients may not require post-operative lifestyle restrictions following a standard period of limited exercise restriction.
Pre-planned in 3D, this straightforward technologically-driven approach cuts down the surgery time significantly.
Compared to the DPO/TPO (Double or triple pelvic osteotomy) techniques, which involve making two or three cuts in the pelvis to allow the socket to be rotated to provide adequate stabilisation for the head of the femur, and then fixing a plate to maintain the new positioning of the bones, the 3D HIP Technique is a much less invasive and traumatic procedure.
Pre-planned in 3D, and therefore not entirely dependent on the intraoperative experience of orthopedic surgeons, the 3D HIP Technique requires only a short learning curve due to its simplicity and its technologically-driven approach.
Image 2: (A) rendering of a canine pelvis
with hip dysplasia. (B) Rendering of a 3D designed
acetabular rim extension implant. (C)
Detailed picture of the implant design. The base is
designed around the rectus femoris muscle
attachment(*). Also it is visible that there is 2mm
space between the implant and femoral head
(yellow arrow) to prevent impingement of the hip
capsule and act as weight bearing surface
Source for Images 1, 2:
Open Access Research Article: Patient-specific 3D-printed shelf implant for the treatment of hip dysplasia: Anatomical and biomechanical outcomes in a canine model; Authors: Koen Willemsen, et.al.
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BACKGROUND STORY
3D HIP IS BORN
A brief summary of how 3D HIP came to be
The gold standard surgical treatment options for hip dysplasia are the Triple Pelvic Osteotomy (TPO) and Double Pelvic Osteotomy (DPO). TPO and DPO are invasive surgeries with an extensive learning curve.
Later, shelf arthroplasty was performed using Biocompatible Osteoconductive Polymer (BOP). As the procedure is not pre-planned in 3D, its success is entirely dependent on the intraoperative experience of the surgeon. Although initial clinical results were promising, one study in normal dogs showed that ossification around the BOP fibers was slow and unsatisfactory to recommend its use for the treatment of hip dysplasia.
The current advances in 3D-printing technologies made 3D HIP possible. 3D HIP is a personalized 3D-printed shelf implant that enables a seamless fit and good coverage on all load-bearing quadrants. Paired with the advantages of titanium such as superior biocompatibility, this first of its kind pre-planned and dog-specific 3D-printed titanium implant offers a safer and more feasible solution.
Text derived from the following open access research articles: Patient-specific 3D-printed shelf implant for the treatment of hip dysplasia: Anatomical and biomechanical outcomes in a canine model; Authors: Koen Willemsen, et.al., and Patient-specific 3D-printed shelf implant for the treatment of hip dysplasia tested in an experimental animal pilot in canines; Authors: Koen Willemsen, et.al.
WORKSHOP
PRE-REGISTRATION
3D HIP Technique
Learn the 3D HIP Technique and become part of this breakthrough in veterinary orthopedics. Be a pioneer of this innovative technique by taking part in the first ever workshop for 3D HIP, which we will be holding on 2023.
The date and location are yet to be finalized, and we will post an update here as soon as they are. Only limited slots are available, so if you are interested in taking part in this workshop, you may pre-register to secure your slot and get email updates.
Questions?
Do you have questions about 3D HIP, or would you simply like to get in touch with us to talk more about this product?
Call us at +49 7463 99 291 3 or send us an email at info@leibinger-medical.com. Better yet, fill out the form at the right and send it to us.