12/28/2024
Nightfam! In 2019, Dr. Mashudu Tshifularo achieved something extraordinary in a South African hospital – he became the first surgeon to successfully transplant 3D-printed middle ear bones!
The procedure uses 3D-printed bones instead of traditional titanium implants, making it more affordable.
-It can be performed on anyone from newborns to adults
-Thanks to endoscopic techniques, it leaves minimal scarring
-The whole surgery takes just about 2 hours!
At the University of Pretoria and Steve Biko Academic Hospital, Dr. Tshifularo didn't just innovate – he opened new possibilities for treating hearing loss. While it specifically helps certain conditions, it represents a significant step forward in medical technology.
Nightfam, this reminds us that innovation in medicine happens everywhere, not just in the world's most famous hospitals! 🧠
