Creating 3D stereoscopic virtual vascular models of head and neck from CTA for anatomical education

What is it about?

We use a novel approach and computed tomography angiography (CTA) images to develop clinically relevant 3D stereoscopic virtual vascular models of the head and neck for anatomical education. The models created in our research provide stereoscopic 3D viewing and accurate representation of the complexity of vascular structures of the head and neck region, allowing students to visualize and study the three dimensional relationships of anatomical structures in a virtual environment. The models can be viewed and rotated in 360 degrees in all axes, making a flexible viewing of internal structures possible. The vascular models can be superimposed with radiographic images and skull images created from the CTA images. They can be presented stereoscopically in a virtual reality environment. Students wearing polarized 3D glasses can view model images in a small theater-like classroom.

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