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Volume segmentation and visualisation for a 3D ultrasound acquisition system

Brett, 1997

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5994790951208048096
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Brett A
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Abstract Three Dimensional (3D) Ultrasound (US) is a relatively new medical imaging technique in which an extended region of tissue is sampled and recorded. This technique offers considerable potential for enhancing the clinical application of US by allowing …
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