Development of prototyping as an alternative for trauma reconstruction in a common sloth limb (Bradypus variegatus).

Abstract

Specimens of Bradypus variegatus are commonly found with thoracic limbs lesions, victims of electric shock sit-ins or trampling, presenting injuries such as loss of claws and fractures, compromising their locomotion and ability to pick up their food causing the animal to die. The aim of this study was to perform a prototyping of the common sloth limb (Bradypus variegatus), using radiographic images, digital modeling software and 3D printing, for future implantation in common sloths who suffered trauma in thoracic limb. Thus, it was intended to compensate for the absence of bone structure by rapid prototyping, establishing at least the possibility of support and to obtain food.