Washington, May 17 (PTI) In a first, mice implanted with 3D printed bioprosthetic ovaries have given birth to healthy offsprings, an advance that could provide new hope to women who are unable to have children, scientists said. The new 3D printed ovary implants actually ovulate, according to researchers from the Northwestern University in the US. By removing a female mouses ovary and replacing it with a bioprosthetic ovary, the mouse was able to not only ovulate but also give birth to healthy pups. The bioprosthetic ovaries are constructed of 3D printed scaffolds that house immature eggs. Additionally, the successful creation of 3-D printed implants to replace complex soft tissue could significantly impact future work in soft tissue regenerative medicine.

Source: India Today May 17, 2017 08:37 UTC