As a result of the exceptional visualization capability provided by the workstation, the surgeon is able to see exactly what he is doing throughout the procedure. A computer-monitored probe is frequently inserted at the position of the scalpel so that the image can depict the exact location where cutting is taking place. More MRI scans are performed during the course of the surgery to update the model with current positions of the tumor tissue and other tissues of interest, and afterward to check for any remaining tumor tissue. In the end, the entire tumor is extracted with minimal risk of impairment to the patient. We have to process up to 300,000 triangles in realt ime and produce top-quality graphical images.
Reliability is also of paramount importance.
We are using the entire spectrum of Sun technology to extend the range of computer vision. Dr. Ron Kikinis Director of the Surgical Planning Laboratory, Department of Radiology Sun products have been the standard for all demanding purposes in the laboratory since the procedure's initiation a decade ago. The laboratory works closely with Sun, benefiting from this single- vendor relationship in many ways. We have to process up to 300,000 triangles in real time and produce top-quality graphical images. Reliability is also of paramount importance.