Following the recent approval of U-Systems, Inc.’s new breast-cancer ultrasound by the Food and Drug Administration, the company wasted no time seeking for a major medical-imaging company as partner in their endeavor. U-Systems had its hands full previously developing a technological device that is specifically designed to effectively detect breast cancer in women with dense […]
Breast Density Notification Law Recommends Seeking of Other Screening Methods
Mammography has been the standard diagnostic procedure for breast examination. However, it has been observed to be ineffective in some cases, particularly in women with dense breast tissue. According to statistics, 40% of women have dense breast tissue, which on a mammogram appears white same as cancer. It would thus be difficult for physicians to […]
A Combined Imaging Method Produces Highly Detailed Images
A new and improved medical imaging technique has recently been developed by scientists at Washington University and University of Southern California, which is expected to significantly improve examination of internal organs. Combining ultrasound and photoacoustic – two different imaging methods extensively used today – internal organs can now be viewed in high contrast, high resolution […]
Better Cancer Treatment Results with Ultrasound-Aided Radiation Therapy
Can radiation therapy for cancer be shortened to less than ten treatments and still be effective? Research says so. Credited to a team of experts headed by Dr. Gregory Czarnota of Sunnybrook Research Institute, a development in cancer treatment research sparks hope for those who seek better results without undergoing a long series of treatments. […]
Effective Transdermal Drug Delivery Using Ultrasound Waves
A recent breakthrough in the medical field may soon eliminate the need for hypodermic needles in drug administration. In a study conducted by MIT, researchers found that transdermal drug delivery is more effective with the use of ultrasound waves. This finding is based on an experiment done on pig skin wherein a combination of high […]