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Original Article

New Virtual System for Planning of Neuroendoscopic Interventions

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Pages 77-84 | Received 27 Mar 2000, Accepted 12 Dec 2000, Published online: 06 Jan 2010
 

Abstract

Objective: The demands on virtual planning systems are increasing, particularly for technically pretentious surgical interventions such as intracranial endoscopy. In this article, a new virtual system for neuroendoscopy (VIVENDI) is presented. The main purpose of this system is to provide support for planning and training in neuroendoscopic interventions.

Materials and Methods: The software is applied for virtual endoscopic visualization of three-dimensional magnetic resonance datasets, using a clinical magnetic resonance scanner. Rendering is performed on a Hewlett-Packard UNIX workstation.

Results: Virtual endoscopy provides a three-dimensional view of the cerebral ventricles, with good visualization of anatomic details. The rendering system used allows the generation of fly-through sequences for the entire ventricular system in real time. Navigation is controlled by mouse movements, and the visualization of the computer-generated intraventricular spaces is adapted to the characteristics of the optical endoscope.

Conclusions: The presented virtual neuroendoscopy system is a promising tool for planning and training in neuroendoscopic procedures. It enables these procedures to be simulated prior to surgery based on the patient's individual anatomy.

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