3D visualization of the odontocete melon using computerized tomography

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Title3D visualization of the odontocete melon using computerized tomography
Publication TypeConference Poster
AuthorsArruda, J. J., D. R. Ketten, M. Yamato, and S. R. Cramer
Conference Name18th Biennial Conference on the Biology of Marine Mammals
Conference LocationQuebec, Canada
Year of Publication2009
Date Published10/2009
Publication Languageeng
Abstract

Computerized Tomography (CT scanning) is a valuable tool for visualizing undisturbed bony and soft tissue relationships that can be disrupted or distorted by dissection. It is also possible with CT to discern features by segmenting based on attenuation values. Such differences in tissues can be functionally important. The odontocete melon is a primary example of a complex tissue that can be explored non-invasively with CT as a complement to classic dissection. This study demonstrated differences in melon architecture amongst cetacean taxa.

Keywords3d, computerized tomography, ct, melon, odontocete
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