ASSESSING THE CONDITION OF A JOINT AND DEVISING TREATMENT
摘要
Methods are disclosed for assessing the condition of a cartilage in a joint, particularly in a human knee. The methods include converting an image such as an MRI to a three dimensional map of the cartilage. The cartilage map can be correlated to a movement pattern of the joint to assess the affect of movement on cartilage wear. Changes in the thickness of cartilage over time can be determined so that therapies can be provided. Information on thickness of cartilage and curvature of cartilage or subchondral bone can be used to plan therapy. Information on movement pattern can be used to plan therapy.
申请公布号
EP1322225(A1)
申请公布日期
2003.07.02
申请号
EP20010970942
申请日期
2001.09.14
申请人
THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE LELAND STANFORD JUNIOR UNIVERSITY
发明人
ALEXANDER, EUGENE, J.;ANDRIACCHI, THOMAS, P.;LANG, PHILIPP;STEINES, DANIEL