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[Interactive direct volume rendering of CT-data: technical principle and applications].

H Shin·M Galanski·M Galonski
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The advantages of interactive Volume Rendering Technique (VRT) for routine diagnostics of CT and particularly Multislice CT data are unquestionable. However, with apart from Virtual Endoscopy, where besides Shaded Surface Display, perspective Volume Rendering is used in some cases, VRT at present is only playing a minor role in routine diagnostics. One reason is time consuming calculation, so far requiring powerful computers. Due to the variety of possible parameter settings and the poorly predictable outcome of the resulting images, there also exists a certain discomfort in using the technique. In this paper the underlying principles of VRT are illustrated. Different parameter settings and their impact on the final images are explained. Possible pitfalls in VRT and also suitable parameter settings and indications for VRT are shown.

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H Shin, M Galanski, M Galonski. 2002. [Interactive direct volume rendering of CT-data: technical principle and applications].. https://doi.org/10.1055/s-2002-20591

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