DocumentCode
2371876
Title
Computer graphics and imaging tools for the assessment and treatment of spinal deformities
Author
Durdle, N.G. ; Raso, V.J. ; Hill, D.L. ; Peterson, A.E.
Author_Institution
Dept. of Electr. & Comput. Eng., Alberta Univ., Edmonton, Alta., Canada
Volume
2
fYear
1997
fDate
25-28 May 1997
Firstpage
618
Abstract
Describes computer graphics and imaging tools developed for the assessment and treatment of back deformities; in particular those caused by idiopathic scoliosis. 3D data is obtained by applying photogrammetric and image extraction algorithms to images obtained from stereo CCD television cameras. This data is used two create a 3D model of the back surface. This model is used clinically to assess scoliosis progression and to determine the need for treatment
Keywords
computer graphics; medical image processing; patient treatment; photogrammetry; 3D data; 3D model; back surface; idiopathic scoliosis; image extraction algorithms; imaging tools; spinal deformities assessment; spinal deformities treatment; stereo CCD television cameras; Back; Cameras; Charge coupled devices; Charge-coupled image sensors; Computer graphics; Data mining; Image coding; Skeleton; Skin; TV;
fLanguage
English
Publisher
ieee
Conference_Titel
Electrical and Computer Engineering, 1997. Engineering Innovation: Voyage of Discovery. IEEE 1997 Canadian Conference on
Conference_Location
St. Johns, Nfld.
ISSN
0840-7789
Print_ISBN
0-7803-3716-6
Type
conf
DOI
10.1109/CCECE.1997.608311
Filename
608311
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