3D printer manufacturer Stratasys has announced the launch of its new J5 Digital Anatomy 3D printer for the medical market.
Set to be unveiled at RAPID + TCT 2024 on June 25th, the new system is designed to meet the growing demand for affordable and accurate anatomical models.
The new 3D printer is targeted at hospitals, medical device manufacturers and research institutions. According to Stratasys, J5 Digital Anatomy seeks to improve patient outcomes, increase the efficiency of operating procedures and accelerate the market availability of anatomical products.
Erez Ben Zvi, VP Medical at Stratasys, claims the new 3D printer offers a user-friendly interface and compact footprint. This design will reportedly increase accessibility to additive manufacturing and advanced anatomical modelling for medical institutions.
New Stratasys medical 3D printer
Stratasys’ new J5 Digital Anatomy 3D printer is designed for the production of realistic, patient-specific anatomic models.
The medical devices can be used for preoperative planning and reduce surgical planning time and costs. According to digital services company Ricoh, 3D printed anatomical models can enable operating time savings of 62 minutes and a 7.8% reduction in operative time.
The models can be personalized to perfectly match the patient anatomy, enabling them to improve communication between medical staff and patients.
Alex Tyrer-Jones | 3D Printing Industry
Image Credit: Stratasys
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