Progression of maxillofacial squamous cell carcinoma evaluated using computer graphics with spiral computed tomography

This report describes the appearance of maxillofacial squamous cell carcino ma in multiplanar (MPR) and three-dimensional (3D) images reconstructed fro m spiral CT using computer graphics and the importance of the computer soft ware tools in permitting better visualization of the lesion. Two oral and m axillofacial radiologists and one neuroradiologist analysed the images. The usefulness of interactive reconstruction in the diagnosis, surgical planni ng and treatment evaluation, especially in the localization of the extent o f these maxillofacial tumors? was demonstrated. Spiral CT-based computer gr aphics for displaying MPR and 3D images ale an important adjunct in the eva luation of squamous cell carcinoma.