"The issue with Charlotte and many other turtles is a bubble butt syndrome, where there are gas pockets causing added buoyancy," says Alex Pestana, a Formlabs manager involved in addressing Charlotte's condition. This syndrome poses a significant risk to sea turtles as it prevents them from diving, leading to a higher chance of predation due to vulnerability at the ocean's surface.
"Charlotte's survival story exemplifies how modern technology, including 3D printing, can be a game-changer in animal rehabilitation,” said a representative from Adia, highlighting the importance of innovation in conservation efforts, particularly for marine life that has suffered traumatic injuries.
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