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Validation of a new three-dimensional imaging system using comparative craniofacial anthropometry.

Farhad B Naini¹, Sarah Akram², Julia Kepinska³

¹Kingston and St George's Hospitals and Medical School, London, UK.

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|September 13, 2017

Summary

The new 3dMDface system accurately measures craniofacial dimensions, showing less variability than traditional manual anthropometry. This 3D imaging system is validated for precise craniofacial measurements.

Keywords:

Anthropometry Craniofacial Three-dimensional imaging

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Area of Science:

Craniofacial imaging
Anthropometry
Medical technology

Background:

Manual facial anthropometry is a traditional method for craniofacial measurements.
A new 3D stereophotogrammetry system, 3dMDface, has been developed.
Validation of new imaging systems is crucial for clinical applications.

Purpose of the Study:

To validate the 3dMDface system.
To compare 3D stereophotogrammetry with manual anthropometry for craniofacial measurements.
To test the hypothesis of no difference between the two measurement methods.

Main Methods:

Six subjects underwent repeated facial imaging with the 3dMDface system over six weeks.
Facial landmarks were identified and measurements recorded using 3dMDvultus software.
Manual anthropometric measurements were taken using eyeliner, calipers, and measuring tape for comparison.

Main Results:

The 3dMDface system demonstrated good agreement with manual anthropometry.
Manual measurements showed greater variability than 3D assessments for most craniofacial dimensions.
A statistically significant difference in variability was observed between manual and 3D methods (p < 0.02).

Conclusions:

The 3dMDface system is a validated tool for craniofacial measurements.
3D stereophotogrammetry offers improved precision over manual anthropometry.
The system shows potential for reliable craniofacial data acquisition.