Against the background of the rapid technological development in radiology, virtual endoscopy has evolved into a valuable independent diagnostic tool that is already employed in daily clinical practice and is likely to become increasingly important in the new millenium. In this book, detailed consideration is given to the theoretical background of virtual endoscopy, the requirements for data acquisition, reconstruction and visualization techniques, clinical applications and interpretation, and preliminary scientific results. In the section on clinical aspects, each chapter is subdivided according to anatomical region, with discussion and illustration of important aspects of imaging and diagnosis.. 'Virtual Endoscopy and Related 3D Techniques' is primarily intended to support radiologists and educators in approaching this quickly developing field. It will assist the consumer in judging the applicability of various software and hardware packages for virtual endoscopy, and will also benefit producers by highlighting current limitations and potential improvements from a clinical viewpoint.

Klappentext

Virtual endoscopy is a valuable independent diagnostic tool of increasing importance. This book provides an in-depth evaluation of the technical aspects of virtual endoscopy, and detailed information on indications, implementation, and interpretation in a clinical setting. It is designed to support radiologists and educators in approaching this rapidly developing field. It will also assist consumers in judging the applicability of software and hardware packages for virtual endoscopy, and will benefit producers by highlighting current limitations and potential improvements from a clinical viewpoint.

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Technical Background (J.Terwisscha van Scheltinga).- Virtual Endoscopy of the Nose and Paranasal Sinuses (P. Rogalla).- Virtual Laryngoscopy (A.J. Aschoff/E.M. Merkle).- Virtual Endoscopy of the Trachea and Bronchi (P. Rogalla/N. Meiri).- Virtual Endoscopy of the Small Intestine (P. Rogalla).- Virtual Endoscopy of the Colon (P. Rogalla/N. Meiri/C.I. Bartram).- The Investigation (P. Rogalla/N. Meiri).- A Historical and Clinical Perspective (C.I. Bartram).- Virtual Cystoscopy (T. Fleiter/E.M. Merkle/C. Wisianowsky).-Virtual Endoscopy of the Vessels (T.H. Wiese/P. Rogalla).- Virtual Neuroscopy (S. Gottschalk).- Virtual Otoscopy (R. Klingebiel).- Subject Index.- List of Contributors.