KFSHRC Achieves Major Milestone In Limb Preservation With Advanced 3D Printing Techniques

King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Centre (KFSHRC) has successfully completed a complex surgery using 3D-printing technology. The procedure involved removing a tumour from the proximal femur extending to the left hip joint. Customised, 3D-printed cutting guides allowed surgeons to excise the tumour with precision while preserving the limb, enabling the patient to walk immediately post-surgery.

The operation was meticulously planned using high-resolution imaging. This approach helped design specific guides that reduced bone loss and enhanced surgical accuracy. After removing the tumour, an advanced prosthetic hip joint was implanted, facilitating quick and safe mobility restoration.

KFSHRC's achievement underscores its leadership in 3D printing, earning it the Global Excellence Award in Technology Project Management by the Global Project Management Forum. The hospital's 3D-printing program has improved diagnostic accuracy, increased surgical efficiency, and reduced both time and costs associated with procedures.

The hospital's reputation extends beyond this achievement. It ranks first in the Middle East and North Africa and fifteenth globally among the top 250 academic medical centres for 2025. Brand Finance also recognises KFSHRC as the region’s most valuable healthcare brand.

KFSHRC is listed among Newsweek’s World’s Best Hospitals 2025, Best Smart Hospitals 2026, and Best Specialized Hospitals 2026. These accolades reaffirm its leadership in innovation-driven care. The hospital's infrastructure includes dedicated 3D-printing facilities and multidisciplinary teams across various specialties like orthopedic oncology, radiology, medical oncology, pathology, and rehabilitation medicine.

This innovative technique offers new possibilities for patients with challenging bone tumours. It helps reduce operating times and accelerates recovery, allowing patients to return to normal life more quickly.

KFSHRC continues to distinguish itself both regionally and internationally in complex orthopedic oncology. Its state-of-the-art infrastructure supports this distinction, providing comprehensive care through a collaborative approach involving multiple medical disciplines.

With inputs from SPA