Bibliographic Details
| Title: |
Recent technological advancements in breast ultrasound. |
| Authors: |
Eisenbrey, John R.1 john.eisenbrey@jefferson.edu, Dave, Jaydev K.1, Forsberg, Flemming1 |
| Source: |
Ultrasonics. Aug2016, Vol. 70, p183-190. 8p. |
| Subjects: |
Breast ultrasound, Breast cancer diagnosis, Calcifications of the breast, Bandwidths, Elastography, Automation |
| Abstract: |
Ultrasound is becoming increasingly common as an imaging tool for the detection and characterization of breast tumors. This paper provides an overview of recent technological advancements, especially those that may have an impact in clinical applications in the field of breast ultrasound in the near future. These advancements include close to 100% fractional bandwidth high frequency (5–18 MHz) 2D and 3D arrays, automated breast imaging systems to minimize the operator dependence and advanced processing techniques, such as those used for detection of microcalcifications. In addition, elastography and contrast-enhanced ultrasound examinations that are expected to further enhance the clinical importance of ultrasound based breast tumor screening are briefly reviewed. These techniques have shown initial promise in clinical trials and may translate to more comprehensive clinical adoption in the future. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] |
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| Database: |
Engineering Source |
