Yunpeng “Felix” Shi

Oct 12, 2024 | mdpi.com | Yu An Zhang |Yunpeng “Felix” Shi |Shikun Zhu |Shangyi Shu

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Feb 27, 2023 | onlinelibrary.wiley.com | Wenjun Peng |Jie Yin |Xianming Zhang |Yunpeng “Felix” Shi

Abstract Biofragmentable anastomosis ring (BAR) is an ideal sutureless alternative for intestinal connection that is frequently demanded in colonic surgery. However, it is challenging to insert a bulky BAR into the soft and slippery intestine. Here 4D printing of an anastomosis ring with shape memory capability is presented via fused deposition modeling (FDM) 3D printing.