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Zachary Abramson1, Dylan Thompson2, Chris Goode3
1Department of Diagnostic Imaging, St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, TN, 38105, USA. Zachary.Abramson@stjude.org.
Abstract:
As the field of three-dimensional (3D) visualization rapidly advances, how healthcare professionals perceive and interact with real and virtual objects becomes increasingly complex. Lack of clear vocabulary to navigate the changing landscape of 3D visualization hinders clinical and scientific advancement, particularly within the field of radiology. In this article, we provide foundational definitions and illustrative examples for 3D visualization in clinical care, with a focus on the pediatric patient population. We also describe how understanding 3D visualization tools enables better alignment of hardware and software products with intended use-cases, thereby maximizing impact for patients, families, and healthcare professionals.
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