Cone Beam Computed Tomography: Craniofacial and Airway Analysis - 04/04/12
University of Southern Nevada, 11 Sunset Way, Henderson, NV 89014.Résumé |
Imaging plays a role in the anatomic assessment of the airway and adjacent structures. This article discusses the use of 3-dimensional (3D) imaging (cone beam computed tomography [CBCT]) to evaluate the airway and selected regional anatomic variables that may contribute to obstructive sleep-disordered breathing (OSDB) in patients. CBCT technology uses a cone-shaped x-ray beam with a special image intensifier and a solid-state sensor or an amorphous silicon plate for capturing the image. Incorporation of 3D imaging into daily practice will allow practitioners to readily evaluate and screen patients for phenotypes associated with OSDB.
Le texte complet de cet article est disponible en PDF.Keywords : Cone beam CT (CBCT), Volumetric imaging, Degenerative joint disease, TMJ, Airway, Retroglossal, Retropalatal, Facial growth
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| This article originally appeared in Sleep Medicine Clinics, Volume 5, Number 1, 2010. |
Vol 56 - N° 2
P. 343-357 - avril 2012 Retour au numéro
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