Visualizing treatment options for breast reconstructive surgery.
We propose that high-fidelity animations enhanced with real-time 3d interactivity, that demonstrate various breast reconstruction procedures will assist in a patient's decision-making process. These computer based modules will in no way replace a consultation with the physician; instead they will be added to the armamentarium of patient education.
NYU School of Medicine, Division of Educational Informatics, New York, NY10016, USA.
John
J
Qualter
Melissa
M
Fana
Nicolette
N
Deluccia
Kari
K
Colen
Carrie
C
Scharf
Alexes
A
Hazen
D001943:Breast Neoplasms / Q000601:surgery*; D003198:Computer Simulation; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D021621:Imaging, Three-Dimensional; D010353:Patient Education as Topic; D019651:Plastic Surgery Procedures