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Image Guided Medical Interventions
Last Updated: 2026-02-05 16:15:19
Abstract
Computer assistance and robotics have entered many fields of interventional medicine, shaping the way high-precision procedures are performed today. In this lecture series, we will present the methods and technologies used in image-guided radiotherapy, from the use of medical images to model the patient's anatomy to intraoperative navigation and registration.
Objective
Upon completion of the course, students are able to explain the methods and technologies for image guidance and stereotactic radiotherapy. In particular, they are able to design the calibration of in-room imaging solutions and other navigation systems to verify and correct patient position in high-precision radiotherapy. In addition, they are familiar with common tools used in medical image processing research.
Content
Basics of imaging and image processing for IGRT: * 3D/4D imaging. * Segmentation (thresholding, region growing and similar). * Filtering (morphological filters and similar fundamentals). * Modelling and rendering of volumes and surfaces. * Image registration. * Conventions for position and orientation representation. Technologies and methods for localisation and navigation: * Reference systems mapping. * Kinematic of a robotic treatment couch. * Optical tracking systems, calibration and use. * Registration of points and surfaces. * In-room imaging and geometry calibration of X-ray systems. * 2D/3D and 3D/3D registration. * Organ motion. Technologies and methods for on-line treatment verification * In-room imaging for verification of proton therapy treatment If you like playing with medical imaging and computer vision tools, you could be interested in this course.
General Information
- Language
- English
- Levels
- MSC , NDS
- Frequency
- Yearly recurring
Examination
- Type
- session examination
- Mode
- oral 30 minutes
Course Components
| Type | Title | Time & Place | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| lecture | Image Guided Medical Interventions |
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2 h weekly |
| exercise | Image Guided Medical Interventions |
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1 h weekly |
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Electives (376-1622-00L Practical Methods in Tissue Engineering (offered in the Autumn Semester) and 376-1624-00L Practical Methods in Biofabrication (offered in the Spring Semester) are mutually exclusive to be eligible for credits.)
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