Beware, kids! Here is a medical advancement that allows parents to hold or display (it resembles art to me!) a three dimensional version of their unborn child. Developed by a student at Royal College of Art, this rapid prototyping technology uses ultrasound and MRI scans to create a life-size plaster model of a fetus. Similar to a printer, rapid prototyping prints layers and layers of plastic powder until a model is formed.
It does seem like a cool idea, but somehow I can't stop picturing Gollum from the Lord of the Rings. Am I right?
On the plus side, medical professionals believe this new technology will enable parents to better understand health problems with their unborn child that should be addressed in the early stages.
Still, could you imagine having your naked 3D fetus displayed in your mother's dining room for all eternity?
New medical inventions are always a good thing despite my pessimism-- I can't help it, it is Friday and I cannot wait to celebrate! But seriously, if you have an idea, please share. The world could always use new products!
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