Accuracy assessment of human trunk surface 3D reconstructions from an optical digitising system.
The lack of reliable techniques to follow up scoliotic deformity from the external asymmetry of the trunk leads to a general use of X-rays and indices of spinal deformity. Young adolescents with idiopathic scoliosis need intensive follow-ups for many years and, consequently, they are repeatedly exposed to ionising radiation, which is hazardous to their long-term health. Furthermore, treatments attempt to improve both spinal and surface deformities, but internal indices do not describe the external asymmetry. The purpose of this study was to assess a commercial, optical 3D digitising system for the 3D reconstruction of the entire trunk for clinical assessment of external asymmetry. The resulting surface is a textured, high-density polygonal mesh. The accuracy assessment was based on repeated reconstructions of a manikin with markers fixed on it. The average normal distance between the reconstructed surfaces and the reference data (markers measured with CMM) was 1.1 +/- 0.9 mm.
Pazos
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V
Biomedical Engineering Institute, Ecole Polytechnique de Montréal, Montréal, Canada. valerie.pazos@polymtl.ca
Cheriet
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Song
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Labelle
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H
Dansereau
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J
D000293:Adolescent; D006801:Humans; D007091:Image Processing, Computer-Assisted / Q000379:methods; D021621:Imaging, Three-Dimensional / Q000379:methods*; D008953:Models, Anatomic; D015903:Moire Topography / Q000379:methods; D012600:Scoliosis / Q000473:pathology*
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