3-D IMAGING
Volumetric data acquisition performed by our "64 slice" helical CT provides the data for computer processing (volume rendering) to display various organs and their blood supply three dimensionally. This is feasible because the volumetric scan data is free of artifact and thin slices create small voxels capable of very high resolution (isotropic voxels). The decreasing cost of computer power and innovative software can create images previously unobtainable. This process has many applications (see below).

CT ANGIOGRAPHY
The imaging of blood vessels in detail comparable to catheter angiography at a fraction of the time and cost is a remarkable advance. This technique will replace, to a great extent, invasive angiography.

MUSCULOSKELETAL
Imaging of bones and joints three dimensionally allows a different perspective for understanding pathology such as complex fractures. It is very helpful for surgical planning.

THERAPY PLANNING
Surgical and radiation treatment procedures are complex three dimensional problems. Three dimensional rendering of CT data is helpful for surgical planning and for the radiation

oncologist. For both, understanding the relationship of tumors to normal tissue and blood vessels is critical. These imaging techniques are providing information not previously obtainable.

VIRTUAL ENDOSCOPY
Virtual Endoscopy is a method for visualization of hollow organs (stomach, colon, trachea, bronchi) noninvasively. Virtual colonoscopy is performed after thorough colon cleansing and distention with air. The CT scan data is then volume-render processed to allow the viewer a three dimensional view of the inside of the colon similar to that from an endoscope.

"ALL INCLUSIVE" COMPREHENSIVE IMAGING
Three dimensional helical CT in many cases can now provide all the information necessary for definitive treatment which previously required two or more radiological studies. Its ability to display both the pathology within an organ and blood supply to the organ is unique and provides the most information for the least cost.