Virtual reality modelling in a child after multiple interventions for hypoplastic aortic arch and coarctation

Area of Science:

• Pediatric cardiology
• Medical imaging
• Surgical planning

Background:

• Complex congenital heart disease, including hypoplastic aortic arch and coarctation, often requires multiple interventions.
• Aneurysm formation can complicate the management of these conditions, posing significant risks to patients.

Purpose of the Study:

• To illustrate the advantages of integrating advanced multimodality imaging and virtual reality (VR) modeling.
• To demonstrate their utility in the diagnosis and treatment planning for a pediatric patient with complex aortic arch aneurysms.

Main Methods:

• Utilized advanced multimodality imaging techniques for comprehensive anatomical assessment.
• Employed virtual reality modeling to create detailed, interactive 3D reconstructions of the aortic arch anatomy.
• Correlated imaging findings with clinical data for integrated diagnostic and planning approach.

Main Results:

• Multimodality imaging provided detailed insights into aneurysm morphology and relationship to surrounding structures.
• VR modeling facilitated enhanced visualization and understanding of complex 3D anatomy, aiding surgical strategy.
• The combined approach supported precise diagnosis and optimized treatment planning for a challenging pediatric case.

Conclusions:

• Advanced multimodality imaging and VR modeling represent powerful tools for managing complex pediatric aortic aneurysms.
• These technologies enhance diagnostic accuracy and enable more effective, personalized treatment planning in pediatric cardiovascular surgery.