Three Dimensional Display Of Tumors Via Computed Tomography

Ralph L. Smathers

doi:10.1117/12.947335

16 September 1985 Three Dimensional Display Of Tumors Via Computed Tomography

Ralph L. Smathers

Proceedings Volume 0536, 3rd Intl Conf on Picture Archiving and Communication Systems; (1985) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.947335
Event: 1985 Medical Imaging Conferences, 1985, California, United States

Abstract

Computed tomography is widely utilized for the detection and staging of neoplasm. Typical chest, abdomen or pelvis CT scans may produce 10 to 20 transverse slices for each region. The mental reconstruction of the three dimensional anatomy from these transverse sections can be done by a physician who has had training in the analysis and interpretation of cross sectional anatomy and pathology. This mental reconstruction, however, may take years to develop into an efficient tool. With the 3-D reconstructions used in this study, diagnostic information concerning the location, shape and spread of tumor masses can be presented in a simple, intuitive 3-dimensional display. This technique has been found to be useful for improving communication between diagnostic radiologists and consulting physicians.

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Ralph L. Smathers "Three Dimensional Display Of Tumors Via Computed Tomography", Proc. SPIE 0536, 3rd Intl Conf on Picture Archiving and Communication Systems, (16 September 1985); https://doi.org/10.1117/12.947335

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