The Benefits of 3D Printing

1. reduces necessary inventory for surgeons (printing surgical tools as well as reusable gel)
2. improves clinical outcomes and product performance with higher efficiency (automation of technology)
3. exact organ matches for patients due to customization and personalization
4. has high application versatility
5. lower variable manufacturing costs (cost efficiency)
6. improved product quality and customer satisfaction
7. opportunity to share and precision, where researchers can download .stl files from open-source databases allowing replication of medical devices
8. enhanced productivity (product can be made within several hours)