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Three‐dimensional reconstruction of the temporal bone
Author(s) -
Green J. Douglas,
Marion Mitchell S.,
Erickson Bradley J.,
Robb Richard A.,
Hinojosa Raùl
Publication year - 1990
Publication title -
the laryngoscope
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 1.181
H-Index - 148
eISSN - 1531-4995
pISSN - 0023-852X
DOI - 10.1288/00005537-199001000-00001
Subject(s) - temporal bone , visualization , computer science , software , computer vision , 3d reconstruction , tomography , artificial intelligence , computer graphics (images) , anatomy , radiology , medicine , programming language
Study of the complex anatomy and pathology of the temporal bone has traditionally used microscopy which permits analysis in only two dimensions. Recent advances in bioimaging technology have permitted visualization and reconstruction of computed tomography images in three dimensions. We have developed a technique that applies this technology in the imaging and reconstruction of human temporal bones. Data taken from serial histologic sections of the temporal bone are entered into a computer. The sections are edited and, through the use of specially developed software, a realistic three‐dimensional reconstruction is produced. The reconstructed image can be rotated along any of three axes, and structures within the temporal bone can be isolated for more detailed analysis. Applications for the study of pathologic conditions of the temporal bone will be discussed.