Mass-spring systems for simulating mitral valve repair using 3D ultrasound images
We present a mass-spring model for simulating mitral valve repair. The patient-specific model geometry is based on pre-surgical 3D TEE images. We use a rest-length estimation algorithm for modeling of the tendinous cords. A comparison with post-surgical 3D TEE images proves the feasibility of our approach. Our simulation is faster than comparable state-of-the-art finite-element simulations.
mass-spring model mitral valve annuloplasty patient-specific anatomy image-based therapy planning