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Small bowel to closest human body surface distance calculation through a custom-made software using CT-based
Summary
This study introduces software to measure the distance from the small bowel to the body surface using CT colonography. This anatomical data is crucial for developing safer, less invasive ingestible capsule endoscopes.
Area of Science:
- Medical Imaging
- Gastroenterology
- Biomedical Engineering
Background:
- Gastrointestinal tract screening is vital for diagnosing and treating human disorders.
- Ingestible capsule endoscopes offer a less invasive alternative to traditional endoscopy.
- Accurate anatomical knowledge is essential for effective capsule endoscope navigation and localization.
Purpose of the Study:
- To develop and validate a semi-automatic software tool for measuring small bowel-to-external body surface distance.
- To provide critical anatomical data for designing improved ingestible gastrointestinal devices.
Main Methods:
- Utilized CT colonography volumetric datasets from 30 patients.
- Developed a custom-made, semi-automatic software for distance measurements.
- Gastrointestinal endoscopists processed the datasets using the software.
Main Results:
- The software successfully measured the distance between the small bowel and the closest external body surface.
- An average distance of 79.29 ± 23.85 mm was recorded across the patient cohort.
Conclusions:
- The developed software provides essential anatomical measurements for ingestible endoscope design.
- This tool aids in enhancing the safety and efficacy of gastrointestinal screening procedures.
