Generation of Customized Bone Implants from CT Scans Using FEA and AM.

Additive manufacturing (AM) allows the creation of customized designs for various medical devices, such as implants, casts, and splints. Amongst other AM technologies, fused filament fabrication (FFF) facilitates the production of intricate geometries that are often unattainable through conventional methods like subtractive manufacturing. This study aimed to develop a methodology for substituting a pathological talus bone with a personalized one created using additive manufacturing.

Recently developed radiopharmaceuticals for bacterial infection imaging.

Background: Infection remains a major cause of morbidity and mortality, regardless of advances in antimicrobial therapy and improved knowledge of microorganisms. With the major global threat posed by antimicrobial resistance, fast and accurate diagnosis of infections, and the reliable identification of intractable infection, are becoming more crucial for effective treatment and the application of antibiotic stewardship. Molecular imaging with the use of nuclear medicine allows early detection and localisation of infection and inflammatory processes, as well as accurate monitoring of treatment response.

The effectiveness of radionuclide scintigraphy in confirming testicular torsion at delayed presentation.

Background: Testicular torsion (TT) is a urological emergency that needs early diagnosis and intervention to prevent testicular death and necrosis. This study aimed to determine the efficacy of testicular scintigraphy (TS) in confirming the clinical diagnosis of TT and how this imaging method correlates with the surgical findings.

Methods: A retrospective cohort review of clinical data was performed for 68 patients referred for TS from January 2016 to December 2021 to rule out possible TT.