The method of geometrical comparison of 3-dimensional objects created from DICOM images

Stud Health Technol Inform. 2012:176:273-6.

Abstract

This work presents a method of geometrical comparison of 3-dimensional objects created from DICOM images. The reconstruction of biological objects is realized with use of Simpleware commercial software. Then the 3D geometries are registered and the recognized shape differences are visualized using color map, indicating the change of the 3D geometry. Than the last, but most important step of the presented technology is performed. The model including the information about changes in compared geometries is translated into the PDF format. Such approach allows to present the final result on every desktop computer equipped with Adobe Reader. This PDF browser is free to use and gives the possibility to freely rotate, move and zoom the model.

Publication types

  • Comparative Study

MeSH terms

  • Humans
  • Imaging, Three-Dimensional / methods*
  • Pattern Recognition, Automated / methods*
  • Radiographic Image Interpretation, Computer-Assisted / methods*
  • Radiology Information Systems*
  • Spinal Fractures / diagnostic imaging*
  • Spine / diagnostic imaging*
  • Subtraction Technique*