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Virtual endoscopy.

D G Assimos·D J Vining
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Abstract

Virtual endoscopy is a technique in which three-dimensional viewing of hollow structures is conducted through the utilization of high-resolution imaging and unique computer processing methods. The basic components of this technique and its applications for urology and other clinical disciplines are reviewed.

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BronchoscopyColonoscopyCystoscopyDiagnostic Techniques, UrologicalEndoscopyHumansImage Processing, Computer-AssistedUser-Computer InterfaceJournal ArticleReview

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D G Assimos, D J Vining. 2001. Virtual endoscopy.. https://doi.org/10.1089/08927790150500944

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