METHODS FOR DETERMINING MENISCAL SIZE AND SHAPE AND FOR DEVISING TREATMENT

摘要

The present invention relates to methods for determining meniscal size and shape for use in designing therapies for the treatment of various joint diseases. The invention uses an image of a joint that is processed for analysis. Analysis can include, for example, generating a thickness map, a cartilage curve, or a point cloud. This information is used to determine the extent of the cartilage defect or damage and to design an appropriate therapy, including, for example, an implant. Adjustments to the designed therapy are made to account for the materials used.

主权项

1. A method for designing a system for repairing a joint of a patient comprising:
acquiring at least one of an isotropic data volume or near isotropic data volume from electronic image data the joint of the patient; deriving from the isotropic or near isotropic data volume measurements of at least one articular surface of the joint, wherein the measurements include at least one patient-specific dimension or shape parameter; and designing a patient-specific portion of a component of the system using the at least one patient-specific dimension or shape parameter.