Aga Khan University Hospital Pioneers 3D-Printed PEEK Implants, Setting New Standards in Pakistani Healthcare
AKUH gets approval to make PEEK implants
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Media Source: The Express Tribune (Pakistan)
Date: 18 November 2024
The Drug Regulatory Authority of Pakistan (DRAP) has granted approval to Aga Khan University Hospital (AKUH) to manufacture Polyether Ether Ketone (PEEK) implants using advanced 3D printing technology . This approval will enable the hospital to produce customised implants for patients who need bone replacements, particularly for…
The Drug Regulatory Authority of Pakistan (DRAP) has granted approval to Aga Khan University Hospital (AKUH) to manufacture Polyether Ether Ketone (PEEK) implants using advanced 3D printing technology. This approval will enable the hospital to produce customised implants for patients who need bone replacements, particularly for the skull, forehead, and facial bones, tailored to their specific anatomical needs. AKUH is the first institution in Pakistan to receive permission from DRAP to produce PEEK implants locally. PEEK is a cutting-edge, biocompatible material that closely mimics human bone in both structure and function. These implants are designed to restore damaged or missing bone in patients who have suffered injuries from accidents or cancer, providing a significant advancement in medical technology.