Driving the Future of Cranio-Maxillo-Facial Surgery: Imaginalis’ See Factor CT Featured in New Springer Atlas on Virtual Surgical Planning

Imaginalis groundbreaking intraoperative CT system, See Factor CT (SF), has been prominently featured and cited for maxillofacial applications in the newly released, definitive textbook for the field: Atlas of Virtual Surgical Planning and 3D Printing for Cranio-Maxillo-Facial Surgery (Springer, 2025).

Specifically, Chapter 2, co-authored by esteemed clinical experts including Dr. A. Tel and Prof. M. Robiony, delves into the dedicated acquisition protocols required for Virtual Surgical Planning (VSP) and 3D printing, highlighting the extraordinary clinical applications and outcomes achieved by the University of Udine using our See Factor CT system.

Rethinking Imaging: From “Diagnostic” to “Therapeutic”

The core philosophy presented in this latest literature aligns perfectly with the vision behind See Factor Ct. As the chapter highlights, imaging for VSP should no longer be viewed as merely “diagnostic.” Instead, it is fundamentally “therapeutic” an active, integral component of the surgical intervention itself.

Because VSP and 3D printing demand flawless anatomical segmentation, standard imaging protocols are no longer enough. The See Factor Ct addresses this paradigm shift by offering:

• Optimized Image Segmentation: High-contrast, high-resolution volumetric data designed specifically to feed seamlessly into 3D modeling and segmentation software.
• Intraoperative Flexibility: Real-time, ultra-compact 3D imaging directly in the OR, allowing maxillofacial surgeons to verify margins and implant positioning mid-procedure.
• Radiation Safety Standards: State-of-the-art low-dose protocols that maximize image quality while strictly respecting modern radiation safety guidelines for patients.

Enabling Talent Through Technology

In modern cranio-maxillo-facial surgery, advanced imaging is no longer a luxury, it is an absolute necessity. At Imaginalis, we don’t just manufacture medical devices; we build the tools that empower clinical excellence. We are incredibly proud to see the See Factor recognized globally as an enabler of surgical talent and a catalyst for better patient outcomes.

We extend our deepest gratitude to the team at the University of Udine and the authors for pushing the boundaries of what is possible in digital surgery.

Discover the Research: For an in-depth look at how See Factor Ct is reshaping the workflows of Virtual Surgical Planning, explore Chapter 2 of the Atlas here:  Read the Full Chapter on Springer

Citation: Valls-Esteve, A., et al. (2025). Dedicated Acquisition Protocols in Radiology for Virtual Surgical Planning and 3D Printing. In: Tel, A., Robiony, M. (eds) Atlas of Virtual Surgical Planning and 3D Printing for Cranio-Maxillo-Facial Surgery. Springer, Cham.

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