Fig. 3From: Analysis of the advantages of 3D printing in the surgical treatment of multiple rib fractures: 5 cases reportNo.3 patient (a) Preoperative scanning revealed 2–11 left rib fractures where 2–6 ribs contained the costal cartilage multiple fractures involving the costal arch. b Preoperative 3–5 rib models were prepared by 3D printing technology based on CT thin slice scanning. c During the surgery, corresponding pre-shaping locking plates were placed in each ribBack to article page