Real-Time Virtual Sonography in Gynecology & Obstetrics: Literature’s Analysis and Case Series

Abstract

Real-Time Virtual Sonography is performed using pictures obtained from preoperative MRI or CT scan with the aim to study pathologies in an integrated way. This new technique allows to synchronize with a single device, through the same software, two or more imaging methods, overlapping and activating them with the simple classic movement of the ultrasound transducer. The software includes a magnetic field transmitter which sends signals to a position sensor placed on a suitable support that wraps the selected probe. The magnetic field transmitter should be placed close to the area to be evaluated. During scanning, the magnetic detection system determines the position and movement of the