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M O N T H 2 0 1 4 | S U P P L E M E N T T O O U T P AT I E N T S U R G E R Y M A G A Z I N E O N L I N E
W
e live in a three-dimensional world,
but our direct experience in mini-
mally invasive procedures has long
been limited to two dimensions on
a display monitor. The develop-
ment of 3D imaging in laparoscopic cameras and C-arms,
S U R G I C A L I M A G I N G
3D
Depth perception brings several
advantages to surgical imaging.
Gerald L. Andriole, MD | St. Louis, Mo.
IN DEPTH 3D visualization can boost laparoscopic abilities for
experienced hands as well as those just entering the learning curve.
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