Radiology

Margin (machine learning)

Machine learning

Resection

Surgery

Surgical margin

Computer science

Frozen section procedure

Head and neck

Medicine

The Laryngoscope

We have implemented a novel intraoperative communication system for head and neck surgical pathology using 3D scanning technology and computer-aided design (CAD) software. Here, we highlight our CAD margin protocol, in which we 3D scan head and neck oncologic surgical specimens and map frozen section results. This enhances the communication of margin status between surgeons and pathologists and delivers visual anatomic guidance for re-resection when needed. Laryngoscope, 2022 Video S1. This video demonstrates an intraoperative communication system for head and neck surgical pathology. By 3D scanning the surgical specimen, pathologists can illustrate their frozen section analysis and deliver visual anatomic guidance to the OR when re-resection is needed. Please note: The publisher is not responsible for the content or functionality of any supporting information supplied by the authors. Any queries (other than missing content) should be directed to the corresponding author for the article.

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