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3-D printed facial prosthesis more cost-effective than conventional facial prosthesis

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CHICAGO — Researchers have developed a 3-D printed facial prosthesis using facial-scanning software and a 3-D printer, creating a money-saving option for patients with hollow sockets following eye surgery, according to a speaker here.“The key element is that instead of using silicone, we use a different polymer called styrene isoprene polymer, which is a softer material,” David T. Tse, MD, said at the American Academy of Ophthalmology meeting. “It improves compliance and duration of wear, and it resists deposition of oily material and hopefully minimizes deposition of dirt.”

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Near-fatal injuries inspire Bob Woodruff to help veterans coming home

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CHICAGO — Vision impairment is only one of Bob Woodruff’s lasting sequelae after living through near-fatal injuries from a roadside bomb explosion in Iraq almost 9 years ago.The effects of traumatic brain injury have been long-lasting since the ABC News journalist was injured, but he has been recovering steadily. He continues to regain language skills lost to aphasia and manage limited field of vision in both eyes.“It’s been a long, long road,” Woodruff said at the American Academy of Ophthalmology meeting in a special presentation intended to highlight the needs (Read more...)