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[Stereophotogrammetry and facial surgery: Principles, applications and prospects]
N Sigaux1, L Ganry2, A Mojallal3
1Chirurgie maxillo-faciale, stomatologie, chirurgie orale et chirurgie plastique de la face, université Claude-Bernard-Lyon 1, centre hospitalier Lyon-Sud, hospices civiles de Lyon, 165, chemin du Grand-Revoyet, 69310 Pierre-Bénite, France.
Annales De Chirurgie Plastique Et Esthetique
|August 14, 2017
Summary
Stereophotogrammetry offers a reliable, objective, and safe method for clinical facial examination. Despite its established use, high costs limit its widespread adoption in facial surgery.
Area of Science:
- Medical technology
- Biomedical engineering
- Facial surgery
Background:
- Clinical facial examination requires objective and reliable tools.
- Stereophotogrammetry has been available for medical applications for over 15 years.
- Current limitations include high costs and restricted accessibility.
Purpose of the Study:
- To define the principles of stereophotogrammetry.
- To outline its applications in facial surgery.
- To discuss future prospects for increased accessibility.
Main Methods:
- Review of stereophotogrammetry principles.
- Analysis of current applications in facial surgery.
- Exploration of technological advancements and cost-reduction strategies.
Main Results:
- Stereophotogrammetry provides objective 3D facial data.
- Applications span diagnosis, surgical planning, and outcome assessment.
- Future prospects include lower costs and wider integration.
Conclusions:
- Stereophotogrammetry is a valuable tool for facial analysis.
- Addressing cost barriers is key to broader clinical use.
- Technological evolution promises enhanced accessibility and application.
