Virtual reality for embryonic measurements requiring depth perception.
Two real-time three-dimensional images of first-trimester pregnancies visualized using virtual reality (VR) are presented. Inherently three-dimensional structures, like the umbilical cord and limbs, can be efficiently and accurately measured using VR.
Division of Obstetrics and Prenatal Medicine, Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Erasmus MC, University Medical Center Rotterdam, the Netherlands. m.rousian@erasmusmc.nl
Melek
M
Rousian
Anton H J
AH
Koning
Peter J
PJ
van der Spek
Eric A P
EA
Steegers
Niek
N
Exalto
D001837:Body Weights and Measures / Q000379:methods*; D003867:Depth Perception / Q000502:physiology*; D004622:Embryo, Mammalian / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging*; D047108:Embryonic Development / Q000502:physiology; D005260:Female; D005865:Gestational Age; D006801:Humans; D021621:Imaging, Three-Dimensional / Q000295:instrumentation / Q000379:methods*; D011247:Pregnancy; D011261:Pregnancy Trimester, First; D012984:Software; D016216:Ultrasonography, Prenatal / Q000295:instrumentation / Q000379:methods*; D014584:User-Computer Interface