VesselVoyager: An Interactive 3D Intracranial Vessel Tracing Software

Motivation: Aiming to unravel the complexities of intracranial arterial structures, we recognized the need for advanced 3D annotation capabilities to improve upon conventional 2D methodologies. Goal(s): Our goal was to develop VesselVoyager, a tool that facilitates detailed 3D mapping and analysis of cerebral vasculature, filling a critical gap in neurovascular diagnostic technology. Approach: We utilized real-time 3D rendering and a 3D virtual camera system in VesselVoyager, enabling precise, interactive annotation and analysis within a user-friendly, gamified environment. Results: VesselVoyager not only improved accuracy but also created new approaches for analyzing understudied diseases, enhancing our understanding of complex neurovascular conditions. Impact: VesselVoyager enhances centerline tracing precision and triples processing efficiency, thus lightening the workload for clinicians and researchers. This advancement broadens its applicability to intricate vascular pathologies, including moyamoya disease.