Magnetic resonance image-guided focused ultrasound surgery (MRgFUS) is an innovative technology in the new panorama of treatment using ultrasound. It combines two well-known and distinct methodologies: high-intensity focused ultrasound (HIFU) and a magnetic resonance imaging system (MRI). This review on MRgFUS is focused on the technical aspects and the current clinical applications in oncology.More precisely, the advantages/disadvantages of MRgFUS compared to other local approaches such as surgery and radiotherapy are discussed in detail.
Alongi, F., Russo, G., Spinelli, A., Borasi, G., Scorsetti, M., Gilardi, M., et al. (2011). Can magnetic resonance image-guided focused ultrasound surgery replace local oncology treatments? A review. TUMORI, 97(3), 259-264 [10.1700/912.10019].
Can magnetic resonance image-guided focused ultrasound surgery replace local oncology treatments? A review
GILARDI, MARIA CARLA;MESSA, MARIA CRISTINA
2011
Abstract
Magnetic resonance image-guided focused ultrasound surgery (MRgFUS) is an innovative technology in the new panorama of treatment using ultrasound. It combines two well-known and distinct methodologies: high-intensity focused ultrasound (HIFU) and a magnetic resonance imaging system (MRI). This review on MRgFUS is focused on the technical aspects and the current clinical applications in oncology.More precisely, the advantages/disadvantages of MRgFUS compared to other local approaches such as surgery and radiotherapy are discussed in detail.I documenti in IRIS sono protetti da copyright e tutti i diritti sono riservati, salvo diversa indicazione.