Saudi’s King Faisal hospital uses 3D printing in surgery
Patient-specific 3D-printed guides enhance tumor removal, improve precision, reduce costs, and accelerate recovery at Riyadh hospital
RIYADH, Saudi Arabia (MNTV) — King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Centre successfully performed complex surgery to remove a tumor from the proximal femur extending to the left hip joint using 3D-printing technology.
Patient-specific 3D-printed cutting guides enabled surgeons to excise the tumor while preserving the limb, allowing the patient to walk immediately after the procedure.
High-resolution imaging was employed to design custom guides, minimizing bone loss and improving surgical precision. An advanced prosthetic hip joint was implanted following tumor removal, restoring mobility quickly and safely.
The hospital’s leadership in 3D printing was recognized with the Global Excellence Award in Technology Project Management.
The 3D-printing program has enhanced diagnostic accuracy, increased surgical efficiency, and reduced both operating time and costs.
King Faisal Hospital continues to stand out regionally and internationally in complex orthopedic oncology, supported by dedicated 3D-printing facilities and multidisciplinary teams spanning orthopedic oncology, radiology, medical oncology, pathology, and rehabilitation medicine.
The program provides innovative options for patients with challenging bone tumors, shortening operating times and accelerating recovery.
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