Fig. 15.

The future of fusion imaging. The future of fusion imaging for simulation and guidance of structural heart disease interventions. a Prototype software enables segmentation of relevant anatomical structures, such as the inferior vena cava or the interatrial septum. Ideally, a potential catheter could then be integrated into the image and determine the optimal perforation site in this patient (red arrow highlighting red cross). b Using motion compensation, this information should then be overlaid onto the real-time fusion of echo and fluoroscopy, potentially enabling a truly targeted and precise intervention. Please note: this figure was created by “fusing” images of two different existing software systems (“3mensio Structural Heart” and “EchoNavigator”), but does not represent currently available software. Reproduced with permission from 3mensio®