Lo Lun-Jou, Chen Yu-Ray
Craniofacial Center and the Department of Plastic and Reconstruction Surgery, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan, ROC.
Chang Gung Med J. 2003 Jan;26(1):1-11.
Three-dimensional carniofacial CT imaging has been developed and progressed during the past two decades. The advancement of the hardware and software has made the imaging study more convenient, user friendly, and affordable. Processing and analysis of the imaging data are readily performed on personal computers. Accuracy of the 3-dimensional measurement has been validated. Collaborative study can be achieved with other departments or disciplines, such as orthopedic, otolaryngologic, and dental departments, as well as mechanical engineering department. All the data should be adequately archived as medical imaging data bank for later use. The data can be transferred for production of rapid prototyping models to enhance clinical application. Inter-center sharing of imaging data can be done through common image format. Comprehensive morphological study and clinical information may help to improve or refine treatment planning, which in turn yield better treatment outcome.
在过去二十年中，三维颅面CT成像技术得到了发展和进步。硬件和软件的进步使成像研究更加便捷、用户友好且成本更低。成像数据的处理和分析可以在个人电脑上轻松完成。三维测量的准确性已经得到验证。可以与其他科室或学科开展合作研究，如骨科、耳鼻喉科、牙科以及机械工程系。所有数据都应作为医学影像数据库妥善存档以备后用。数据可以传输用于制作快速成型模型以加强临床应用。成像数据的中心间共享可以通过通用图像格式来实现。全面的形态学研究和临床信息可能有助于改进或完善治疗方案，进而产生更好的治疗效果。
