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Revision as of 06:08, 6 December 2008

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Introduction

This tutorial describes detailed steps for neurosurgeons to use Slicer3 to perform some research in DTI visualization in OR while using BrainLab as the navigation system.

  • The BrainLab system will still run as usual; we won't install any software and hardware on the computer. Slicer3 and BioImage Suite run on a separate machine. These two computers connect each other on networking. During surgical procedures, the BrainLab sends real-time tracking data and/or images to Slicer3 through BioImage Suite. The update of tracking data triggers dynamic DTI visualization in Slicer3.
  • Slicer3 is not an FDA approved product and we make no claims on specific capabilities. It is the surgeon's responsibility to ensure that Slicer3 will perform whatever tasks s/he is trying to do and to ensure that s/he is in compliance with applicable laws, rules, and regulations.
  • This tutorial is being developed and tested on Windows XP. If you are using a different OS (e.g. Linux, or Mac), please let us know.


STEP 1: Download and Install Software Packages

Slicer3 connects with BrainLab navigation system through BioImage Suite, which is an integrated image analysis software suite developed at Yale University. Thus, we will install both BioImage Suite and Slicer3 on a designated machine.


STEP 2: Set up the System

  • The BrainLab and Slicer3 communicate on networking. In OR, plugin both computers into two ethernet jackets using cables.
  • Steps to set up the system can be found in the file: [[media::system_setup_brainlab_bioimage_slicer3.ppt]]


STEP 3: Visualize DTI in Slicer3


Terminology

  • Slicer3 [1] is cross-platform end user application for analyzing and visualizing medical images. It contails collection of Open Source libraries for developing and deploying new image computing technologies.
  • BrainLab [2] currently offers a set of integrated OR solutions, for instance neurosurgery, orthopedic, and RT/Oncology. The BrainLab component we're working with is VectorVision Cranial Navigation System.
  • BioImage Suite [3] is an integrated image analysis software suite developed at Yale University.
  • VectorVision Link (VVLink) is a custom designed client/server tool which extends functionality from the Visualization Toolkit. VV Link enables bi-directional data transfer such as image data sets, visualizations and tool positions in real time.
  • OpenIGTLink is a simple network protocol intended for trackers, robots and other devices to send data to the main application.


Contact US

If you have any comments or requests, please contact Dr. Nobuhiko Hata (hata at bwh.harvard.edu).