Image processing and display of 3D intra-coronary ultrasound images

Multiplanar reformatting and three-dimensional (3-D) projection displays provide new ways to visually interrogate image data that may assist in their qualitative and quantitative interpretation. The authors describe the methods and preliminary results of these image processing techniques applied to in vivo intra-coronary images. Preliminary results using temporal domain and several anisotropic filters are discussed. A radial gradient filter for boundary detection of the medial-adventitial interface is presented. Maximum intensity projection displays are also discussed.<
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