[The Practice of Multi-Modality Imaging for Brain Tumor Resection].

Abstract

Three-dimensional multi-fusion image (3DMFI) is a preoperative 3D model that depicts the detailed anatomical structure, such as vascular, tumor, bone and brain surface, using 3D rotation angiography, 3 Tesla magnetic resonance imaging, and computed tomography. Interactive virtual simulation (IVS) with a pen-type haptic device using 3DMFI is a useful tool to predict intraoperative structures and understand surgical strategies. Precise and safe intraoperative decision could be supported by 3DMFI and multiple surgical instruments. Besides 3DMFI, integrated operation image system provides the chronological information peri- and postoperatively in detail. Here, we introduce the practical method and illustrative cases in our institution.