Introduction To CARTIS

The Centre for Applied Reconstructive Technologies in Surgery (CARTIS) is a unique partnership that aims to make Wales a world-leader in the research, development and application of advanced technologies in surgery and prosthetics.

The partnership combines the medical and technical expertise of Abertawe Bro Morgannwg University Health Board's Maxillofacial Unit at Morriston Hospital and the National Centre for Product Design + Development Research (PDR) at Cardiff Metropolitan University (UWIC).  The CARTIS partnership also extends to include other national and international collaborations.   

Through collaborative research and clinical application, the centre continues to pioneer the effective application of advanced design and manufacturing technologies in reconstructive surgery and prosthetic rehabilitation. 

Mr Adrian Sugar undertaking a Le Fort I maxillary advancement in a cleft patient using internal distraction osteogenesis.  Computer planning and patient-specific guides and models were used in the surgery. 

Please note that these web pages are regularly updated; for more information about the activities of CARTIS please contact the CARTIS Secretary, Peter Evans.

Contact:

CARTIS Secretary - Peter Evans
Maxillofacial Unit, Morriston Hospital, Swansea, SA6 6NL, UK
Tel: 01792 703515
email: Peter.Evans2@wales.nhs.uk