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Computer-Aided Three-Dimensional Visualization in the Treatment of Locally Advanced Thyroid Cancer
Published on: June 9, 2023
Application of visualization three-dimensional medical imaging technology based on mobile platform in surgery of
Zhen Wu1, Hailin Sun2, Zhao Li3
1Department of Thyroid and Breast Surgery, Liaocheng People's Hospital, Liaocheng Hospital Affiliated to Shandong First Medical University, 67 Dongchangxi Road, Liaocheng, 252000, People's Republic of China.
Background:
Surgical treatment for giant thyroid tumors is complex and carries a high risk of complications. Visualization of the tumor shape and its associations with the surrounding tissue are difficult with two-dimensional imaging techniques. It is thus important to explore more effective approaches for preoperative evaluation and surgical assistance.
Cases Presentations:
Three patients with giant thyroid tumors underwent successful surgery with no complications at Liaocheng People's Hospital, between January and December 2024. One patient was a 58-year-old male, while the other two were 60-year-old female patients. All the patients are Chinese, both in nationality and ethnicity. We combined tumor imaging information with three-dimensional medical imaging to enable visualization for preoperative assessment, guiding successful surgical planning.
Conclusions:
The application of three-dimensional medical imaging during surgery for giant thyroid tumors significantly enhanced the accuracy, safety, and efficiency of surgery, resulting in improved patient outcomes and prognosis.

