The Norrkoping VIsualization Center and Center for Medical Image Science & Visualization (CMIV) have collaborated on a new product called the “Virtual Autopsy Table”, allowing interactive visualization and manipulation of Dual Energy Computed Tomography and MRI datasets.
The technique used in this table is already utilized successfully as a compliment to the conventional autopsy. Apart from avoiding cutting in the body the doctors can see things that are difficult to discover in a conventional autopsy. Furthermore, the technique opens up for new opportunities in countries where autopsies are not accepted due to cultural reasons. The technique can also revolutionize the traditional health care in many areas.
Looks like it’s using some pretty nice volume rendering algorithms combined with a multi-touch interface. See a video demonstration after the break.
via Norrköpings Visualiseringscenter – Virtual Autopsy. (in English)
The Virtual Autopsy Table from NorrköpingsVisualiseringscenter on Vimeo.