Virtual Endoscopy and Related 3D Techniques

Virtual endoscopy is a valuable independent diagnostic tool that is likely to become of increasing importance in the new millennium. 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, will assist consumers in judging the applicability of software and hardware packages for virtual endoscopy, and will also benefit producers by highlighting current limitations and potential improvements from a clinical viewpoint. TOC: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.