Three-Dimensional Bioprinting: A Comprehensive Review for Applications in Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine
July 2024
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Bioengineering
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TLDR 3D bioprinting holds promise for medicine but needs more research and clear regulations.
Three-dimensional bioprinting is a transformative technology in tissue engineering and regenerative medicine, offering the potential to create complex tissue structures that mimic native tissues. The review highlights its applications in various fields, including plastic and reconstructive surgery, orthopedics, and ophthalmology, with advancements such as lab-engineered skin grafts and bioprinted bone and cartilage. Despite its promise, challenges remain, including vascularization, integration with host tissues, and long-term viability. Ethical considerations and regulatory oversight are crucial as the field progresses. The review underscores the need for further research to address these challenges and fully realize the potential of 3D bioprinting in clinical applications.