Abstract
Three-dimensional computerized imaging with current advanced software (Cemax) has resulted in superior visual ergonomics and rapid data acquisition utilizing standard computed tomography (CT) or magnetic resonance imaging. Consequently, within 15–20 min of a standard CT scan, the information is available to be employed for operative planning, allowing this useful tool to be practical in emergency situations, such as trauma. The advanced lifelike imaging permits excellent preoperative planning due to correct demonstration of the surgical anatomy. We present three patients to illustrate the applications of this technology: one with a skull base tumor, another with a complex ethmoidal encephalocele, and a third with severe craniofacial trauma. We have found this technique to have a significant impact on the management of pediatric neurosurgery patients with complex pathology.
This is a preview of subscription content, log in via an institution to check access.
Similar content being viewed by others
References
Hemmy PC, David DJ, Herman GT (1983) Three dimensional reconstruction of craniofacial deformity using computed tomography. Neurosurgery 13:534–541
Toth BA, Ellis DS, Stewart WB (1988) Computer-designed prostheses for orbitocranial reconstruction. Plast Reconstruct Surg 81:315–324
Virapongse C, Shapiro M, Gnitro A, et al (1986) Three-dimensional computed tomographic reformation of the spine, skull, and brain from axial images. Neurosurgery 18:53–58
White DN (1988) Multidimensional imaging in maxillofacial surgery. Facial Plast Surg 5:197–206
Zinreich SJ, Mattox DE, Johns ME, et al (1988) 3D CT for cranial facial and laryngeal surgery. Laryngoscope 98:1212–1219
Author information
Authors and Affiliations
Rights and permissions
About this article
Cite this article
Rogers, N.L., James, H.E., Daleo, G. et al. The third dimension in pediatric neurosurgery. Child's Nerv Syst 9, 93–95 (1993). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF00305315
Received:
Issue Date:
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/BF00305315