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  • 1The Bioengineering Institute, University of Auckland, Private Bag 92019, Auckland, New Zealand. h.reynolds@auckland.ac.nz

Annals of Biomedical Engineering
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This study visualizes melanoma lymphatic mapping in 3D, improving analysis of cancer spread. This new 3D framework enhances accuracy for lymphoscintigraphy (LS) data and melanoma patient records.

Area of Science:

  • Medical Imaging
  • Surgical Oncology
  • 3D Modeling

Background:

  • Melanoma lymphatic mapping traditionally uses 2D images, limiting detailed analysis of spread patterns.
  • Accurate mapping of sentinel lymph nodes is crucial for melanoma staging and treatment planning.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop a 3D visualization framework for analyzing melanoma lymphatic spread patterns.
  • To create a platform for more accurate 3D recording of lymphoscintigraphy (LS) data.
  • To map existing 2D LS data onto a standardized 3D anatomical model.

Main Methods:

  • Utilized the Visible Human dataset to create anatomically accurate 3D models of skin and lymph nodes.
  • Transformed 2D melanoma site and sentinel lymph node data from over 5000 patients onto the 3D model using free-form deformation and projection.

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  • Developed a bicubic finite element skin mesh and a discrete sentinel lymph node model.

    • Main Results:

    • Successfully mapped 2D melanoma data onto a 3D anatomical model, excluding head and neck regions.
    • Preliminary analysis showed a 17.7% probability of dual lymphatic drainage to both axilla and groin for melanomas on the torso around the waist.
    • Confidence intervals for dual drainage probability were calculated between 14.5% and 21.0%.

    Conclusions:

    • The 3D visualization framework provides a novel approach for analyzing melanoma spread.
    • The 3D model enhances the accuracy of recording and analyzing lymphoscintigraphy data.
    • This method offers improved insights into lymphatic drainage patterns, aiding in melanoma management.