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Article type: Research Article
Authors: Suero, Eduardo M. | Hawi, Nael | Citak, Musa | Decker, Sebastian | Brandes, Julia | Meller, Rupert | Krettek, Christian | Stübig, Timo; *
Affiliations: Trauma Department, Hannover Medical School, Hannover, Germany
Correspondence: [*] Corresponding author: Timo Stübig, Trauma Department, Hannover Medical School, Carl-Neuberg-Str. 1, 30625 Hannover, Germany. Tel.: +49 511 532 5320; Fax: +49 511 532 5877; E-mail: stuebig.timo@mh-hannover.de.
Abstract: Background:Isocentric three-dimensional C-arms allow for more effective intraoperative fracture reduction control compared to two-dimensional imaging techniques. However, thir design is not appropriate for shoulder scanning. Objective:To assess the feasibility of using a newer generation variable isocentric flat detector 3D C-arm for intraoperative glenohumeral and acromioclavicular joint assessment and to compare the accuracy of its intraoperative 3D imaging technology to a standard two-dimensional (2D) flat detector fluoroscope. Methods:Five whole-body human cadavers were used (ten shoulders). Native shoulder scans were obtained. A glenohumeral arthrotomy was performed and several injuries and procedures were simulated. Five independent orthopaedic surgeons reviewed each scan and filled out a questionnaire assessing the quality of the images using a visual analog scale (VAS) and a points scoring system. Results:The examiners rated the 3D images as very-good-to-excellent according to the established parameters: image quality; visualization of the corticalis and the spongiosa; delineation of the joint surface; presence of artifacts; and clinical assessment capability. This high quality of the images led to a higher interobserver reliability for 3D images compared to 2D images. Conclusions:Variable isocentric 3D C-arm technology is feasible for intraoperative assessment of shoulder procedures. Assessment of 3D images in shoulder procedures showed better interexaminer reliability in this experiment compared to 2D images. With the aid of intraoperative 3D shoulder imaging, intraoperative 3D C-arm navigation could help improve accuracy in the clinical setting.
Keywords: 3D C-arm, shoulder imaging, shoulder surgery, shoulder trauma
DOI: 10.3233/THC-140881
Journal: Technology and Health Care, vol. 23, no. 2, pp. 171-177, 2015
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