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APPLICATIONS OF THREE DIMENSIONAL FACIAL COMPUTED TOMOGRAPHY IN HEAD AND NECK REGION - A REVIEW.
K Shunmugavelu1, H Kannapan2, P Vaishnavi3
1PSP Medical College Hospital and Research Institute, Tambaram - Kanchipuram Main Road, Oragadam, Panruti, Kancheepuram district, Tamil Nadu, 631604, India.
Problemy Radiatsiinoi Medytsyny Ta Radiobiolohii
|December 28, 2023
Summary
Three-dimensional (3D) facial computed tomography (CT) offers advanced diagnostic capabilities, improving patient management. While costly, 3D facial CT provides superior insights over 2D methods, enabling more accurate treatments in various medical and forensic applications.
Area of Science:
- Medical Imaging
- Radiology
- Anatomy
Background:
- Conventional 2D imaging methods present limitations in facial diagnosis and treatment planning.
- These limitations can lead to suboptimal therapeutic options and potential treatment errors.
Purpose of the Study:
- To highlight the advancements and benefits of 3D facial CT in diagnosis and management.
- To compare the efficacy of 3D facial CT against conventional 2D methods.
Main Methods:
- Review of the evolution and applications of 3D facial CT technology.
- Comparative analysis of diagnostic accuracy and therapeutic outcomes between 2D and 3D imaging.
Main Results:
- 3D facial CT has revolutionized diagnosis, leading to improved patient management.
- 3D imaging overcomes the limitations of 2D methods, enabling more precise treatment strategies.
Conclusions:
- Despite higher costs, the diagnostic and therapeutic advantages of 3D facial CT are significant.
- 3D facial CT is crucial for applications in surgery, prosthetics, orthodontics, and forensic science.
