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Simulation of normal pelvic mobilities in building an MRI-validated biomechanical model

Authors: Michel Cosson, C. Rubod, A. Vallet, J. F. Witz, P. Dubois, M. Brieu

Published in: International Urogynecology Journal | Issue 1/2013

Abstract

Introduction and hypothesis

Three-dimensional modeling of feminine pelvic mobility is difficult because the sustaining system is not well understood and ligaments are especially difficult to identify on imaging.

Methods

We built a 3-D numerical model of the pelvic cavity, based on magnetic resonance (MR) images and knowledge about anatomy and validated it systematically.

Results

The quantitative results of this model allow for the non-destructive localization of the structures involved in pelvic statics. With a better configuration of the functional pelvis and topological criteria, we can obtain a coherent anatomical and functional model.

Conclusions

This model is the first step in developing a tool to localize and characterize pelvic imbalance in patients.

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Title: Simulation of normal pelvic mobilities in building an MRI-validated biomechanical model
Authors: Michel Cosson
C. Rubod
A. Vallet
J. F. Witz
P. Dubois
M. Brieu
Publication date: 01-01-2013
Publisher: Springer-Verlag
Published in: International Urogynecology Journal / Issue 1/2013
Print ISSN: 0937-3462
Electronic ISSN: 1433-3023
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s00192-012-1842-8

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Introduction and hypothesis

Methods

Results

Conclusions

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