Three-dimensional Ultrasound Image Presentation on an Immersive Projection System

Abstract

This paper describes the presentation of a three-dimensional (3D) ultrasound heart image on an immersive projection system (IPS). A 3D image was reconstructed from B-mode images that were acquired by transesophagel echocardiography. The reconstructed 3D image was presented on the IPS and the observer can see a stereoscopic image. The immersive environment could present a large field of view and enables interactive browsing and free movement of an eye position. Therefore, our developed system has the potential to be used as a visual interface in future robot surgery.