PROJECTS
Patient-Specific Implants and Tools
How 3D imaging and printing are reshaping complex joint surgery
When joint damage is severe—especially after previous surgeries—standard implants often don’t fit well enough to restore function. Advances in CT scanning and image processing now allow us to create custom implants that match the individual’s anatomy, even in the most complex cases. We also design patient-specific surgical tools to help surgeons translate pre-operative plans into precise outcomes in theatre.
How we personalise implants and tools for complex cases
PATIENT-SPECIFIC INSTRUMENTATION (PSI)
Custom surgical guides tailored to the patient’s anatomy
Help surgeons reproduce the pre-operative plan more accurately
Improve alignment, precision, and confidence in challenging cases
OVERCOMING IMAGING CHALLENGES IN REVISION SURGERY
Previous metal implants can distort CT scans (known as artefacts)
We use carefully timed imaging—such as scanning after implant removal—to get clean, usable 3D models
This allows us to design custom implants even when bone loss is severe or distorted
CUSTOM 3D-PRINTED IMPLANTS
Created from detailed CT scans of the patient’s bone
Designed to address complex bone defects and anatomical challenges
Include porous structures to promote bone integration and long-term stability
Rebuilding complex defects with custom implants
When the hip socket (acetabulum) is badly damaged—often due to injury or multiple previous surgeries—it becomes extremely difficult to rebuild using off-the-shelf implants. These cases require a tailored approach to restore stability and mobility.
