Artery, Cone-Beam Computed Tomography, Maxillary Sinus
Conditions
Keywords
Alveolar Antral Artery Canal, Cone-Beam Computed Tomography, Maxillary Sinus
Brief summary
This research project aims to improve understanding of the alveolar antral artery canal, an anatomical structure located in the maxilla, using cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT). The project includes several studies examining the canal's anatomy and anatomical variations, as well as evaluating different CBCT-based methods for identifying and mapping the canal. The findings will help determine the accuracy and usefulness of these imaging approaches and may improve preoperative assessment and surgical planning for procedures involving the maxilla.
Detailed description
This study will analyze anonymized cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) images obtained from a Polish dental imaging facility. Only scans previously acquired for diagnostic or therapeutic purposes and meeting predefined image quality criteria will be included. The study will investigate the anatomical characteristics of the alveolar antral artery canal, including its course and intra-sinus trajectory, and evaluate different CBCT-based methods for canal identification and mapping. Anatomical variations and the diagnostic performance of the evaluated imaging methods will be assessed using appropriate statistical analyses. The results are expected to provide a comprehensive characterization of the alveolar antral artery canal and support improvements in preoperative imaging assessment and surgical planning.
Interventions
OTHERAssigned Interventions
Assigned Interventions
Sponsors
Hospital of the Ministry of Interior, Kielce, Poland
Study design
Observational model
OTHER
Time perspective
RETROSPECTIVE
Eligibility
Sex/Gender
ALL
Healthy volunteers
No
Inclusion criteria
* CBCT scans acquired following a written referral from a physician or dentist. * Complete visualization of the alveolar antral artery canal and the maxillary sinus region. * Sufficient image quality to allow reliable anatomical assessment.
Exclusion criteria
* CBCT scans with significant imaging artefacts affecting visualization of the alveolar antral artery canal. * Previous surgical procedures or pathological lesions in the region of interest that preclude reliable anatomical assessment. * Incomplete visualization of the region of interest.
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Anatomical Characteristics of the Alveolar Antral Artery Canal | Baseline |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Difference Between Semi-Automatic and Manual Measurements of the Alveolar Antral Artery Canal (mm) | Baseline |
| Difference Between Alveolar Antral Artery Canal Measurements Obtained Using Two Canal Mapping Software Tools (mm) | Baseline |
| Frequency of Anatomical Variations of the Alveolar Antral Artery Canal | Baseline |
Countries
Poland
Contacts
CONTACTMaciej Sikora, dr hab.
Outcome results
None listed