3D printing of biomedically relevant polymer materials and biocompatibility

MRS Commun. 2021;11(2):197-212. doi: 10.1557/s43579-021-00038-8. Epub 2021 Apr 26.

Abstract

Abstract: Research on polymer materials for additive manufacturing technology in biomedical applications is as promising as it is numerous, but biocompatibility of printable materials still remains a big challenge. Changes occurring during the 3D-printing processes itself may have adverse effects on the compatibility of the completed print. This prospective will put emphasis on the different additives and processes that can have a direct impact on biocompatibility during and after 3D printing of polymer materials.

Keywords: 3D printing; Additive manufacturing; Biomedical; Polymers.