Title :
A survey of 3D medical imaging technologies
Author_Institution :
Pennsylvania Univ., Pittsburgh, PA, USA
Abstract :
Three-dimensional medical imaging methodologies are surveyed with respect to hardware versus software, stand-alone versus on-the-scanner, speed, interaction, rendering methodology, fidelity, ease of use, cost, and quantitative capability. The question of volume versus surface rendering is considered in more detail. Research results are cited to illustrate the capabilities discussed.<>
Keywords :
biomedical equipment; patient diagnosis; reviews; 3D medical imaging technologies; rendering methodology; surface rendering; volume rendering; Biomedical imaging; Displays; Humans; Image resolution; Image storage; Magnetic resonance imaging; Multidimensional systems; Pixel; Rendering (computer graphics); X-ray imaging;
Journal_Title :
Engineering in Medicine and Biology Magazine, IEEE
