Tiny 3D Bioprinter Revolutionizes Vocal Cord Repair

TL;DR
Researchers have developed the world's smallest 3D bioprinter, inspired by an elephant's trunk, capable of delivering healing hydrogels through a surgical scope to aid in vocal cord repair, potentially improving outcomes for patients post-surgery.
Topics:healthmedical-technology#biomaterials#bioprinter#hydrogels#medical-technology#surgery#vocal-cords
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- Compact 3D Printer Repairs Vocal Cords During Surgery Inside Precision Medicine
- Revolutionary Tiny 3D Printer Aids in Tissue Reconstruction for Vocal Cord Surgery Bioengineer.org
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