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Satria et al. (2022) demonstrated the efficacy of arthroscopy-assisted osteotomy combined with 3D-printed guides for the reconstruction of intraarticular distal radius malunions, with improved QuickDASH and ROM postoperatively[1]. In a cadaver study by Caiti et al. (2021), a novel cast-based 3D-printed guide was evaluated for minimally invasive transfer of distal radius osteotomies, offering an alternative to patient-specific surgical guides or optical navigation systems[2].

Caiti et al. (2020) reviewed computer-assisted techniques for corrective distal radius osteotomy procedures, emphasizing the role of 3D-printed guides in restoring anatomical alignment and function[3]. Willemsen et al. (2021) compared synthetic CT and CT-based workflows for 3D-printed saw guides used in lower arm osteotomies, noting that synthetic CT could potentially avoid radiation exposure without compromising osteotomy results[4].

Belloti et al. (2021) employed 3D printing for planning corrective osteotomies of distal radius malunions, leading to improved palmar tilt, ulnar variance, and radial inclination radiographically[5]. Caiti et al. (2018) investigated the positioning accuracy of custom 3D-printed surgical guides for the radius, examining different fitting locations and guide designs, and suggesting further research to improve guide stability and positioning accuracy[6].

Temmesfeld et al. (2020) reported on an 18-year-old patient with intra-articular malunion of the distal radius who underwent a successful corrective osteotomy using in-house produced patient-specific surgical guides, highlighting the potential for low-cost 3D printing solutions[7]. Kim et al. (2017) proposed a graphic overlay method for selecting osteotomy sites in chronic radial head dislocation, using 3D computer images and software for simplifying the process, and validated the approach with 3D-printed bone models[8]. Inge et al. (2018) showcased a low-cost workflow for 3D printing in corrective osteotomy of malunited distal radius fractures, offering a cost-effective preoperative planning solution[9].

In summary, recent advancements in 3D printing technology have demonstrated significant potential for improving the accuracy and efficacy of osteotomy procedures in distal radius malunions. These innovations offer customizable, cost-effective solutions that can minimize radiation exposure while enhancing surgical outcomes.

References:

[1] https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35853284/

[2] https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33475897/

[3] https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31329563/

[4] https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33914209/

[5] https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34134854/

[6] https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29110185/

[7] https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31899717/