3D printing in theranostic applications

Additive manufacturing has revolutionized conventional fabrication techniques, enabling the design of advanced theranostic platforms that integrates diagnostic and therapeutic functions within a single device. In this context, three-dimensional (3D) printing has emerged as a key technology for fabricating sophisticated theranostic solutions capable of effectively integrating diagnostic and therapeutic approaches. This review summarizes the recent use of 3D printing technologies in the field of theranostic, providing a comprehensive understanding of the state of the art and future perspectives. This review explores the design and fabrication of theranostic devices using a range of extrusion-based and light-based printing techniques including fused deposition modeling, stereolithography, and selective laser sintering. Furthermore, this review discuss the current challenges and limitations of the implementation of these technologies. Overall, this review provides insights into the potential and challenges of 3D printing for the advancement of theranostic strategies.