MR Imaging-Histology Correlation by Tailored 3D-Printed Slicer in Oncological Assessment

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Visualization of the slicer overlaid to the MRI of the prostate imaged in three different planes and after 3D modeling. This procedure enables simple checking for correct positioning and alignment of the slicer with respect to the image acquisition axes. (a, b) Axial and coronal plane. (c) Sagittal plane with slicer without the seminal vesicles space. (d) Sagittal plane, a model that takes also into account a space (arrows) for the seminal vesicles after prostatectomy. (e, f) The 3D view of slicers with the prostate, without and with (arrows) space for seminal vesicles.

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