Computer aided surgery : official journal of the International Society for Computer Aided Surgery
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Comput. Aided Surg. · Mar 2006
ReviewVirtual 3D planning and guidance of mandibular distraction osteogenesis.
We present a system for 3D planning and pre-operative rehearsal of mandibular distraction osteogenesis procedures. Two primary architectural components are described: a planning system that allows geometric bone manipulation to rapidly explore various modifications and configurations, and a visuohaptic simulator that allows both general-purpose training and preoperative, patient-specific procedure rehearsal. We provide relevant clinical background, then describe the underlying simulation algorithms and their application to craniofacial procedures.