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3D Reconstruction of a Primary Aortoenteric Fistula – Centerline Calculation and Measurements

Published inCurrent medical imaging reviews, vol. 11, no. 2, p. 127-131
Publication date2015
Abstract

Background: Flow dynamics are a significant factor in the development and possible rupture of the aneurysms. Therefore, it is close to reason to present detailed data on the realistic 3D surface and internal geometry of a primary aortoenteric fistula, i.e. of its fistulous tract. Methods: A primary aortoenteric fistula in a patient with an abdominal aorta aneurysm underwent quantitative analysis by means of multimodal image processing, based on multi-detector computed tomographic angiography dataset. The medical computer-aided design presented a 3D model with the fistula as a branch of the abdominal aorta. A full array of centerline calculations was performed on this fistula, three levels of the aneurysm and on the superior mesenteric artery. Results: The hydraulic properties of the fistulous tract were comparable to the superior mesenteric artery and even to the abdominal aorta aneurysm. Conclusion: 2D and 3D geometry measurements provide insight into the flow dynamics of the primary aortoenteric fistula, relevant for surgical treatment.

Keywords
  • Primary aortoenteric fistula
  • Abdominal aorta aneurysm
  • Geometry
  • Centerline calculation
  • 3D reconstruction
Citation (ISO format)
STIMEC, Bojan, FASEL, Jean, IGNJATOVIC, Dejan. 3D Reconstruction of a Primary Aortoenteric Fistula – Centerline Calculation and Measurements. In: Current medical imaging reviews, 2015, vol. 11, n° 2, p. 127–131. doi: 10.2174/157340561102150624143610
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