Projects
FUJIFILM VisualSonics Vevo Imaging Systems (Vevo 3100). Ultrasound imaging system Hasselt University
Towards more accurate diagnostics in healthcare: AI applied to super-resolution ultrasound imaging KU Leuven
Ultrasound imaging is widely used in clinical settings as it is inexpensive, portable, real-time, and does not involve ionizing radiation. However, the quality of ultrasound images is often poor, leading to low diagnosis capabilities. The aim of this project is to leverage the potential of artificial intelligence, specifically of deep learning, to improve the quality of ultrasound images, in particular through the use of super-resolution ...
Functional, dynamic assessment of the knee ligaments based on ultrasound imaging using a novel flexible matrix array transducer. KU Leuven
Assessment of cardiac function by new ultrasound imaging strategies: towards a reliable clinicalroutine. KU Leuven
Cardiovascular diseases remain the leading cause of death in the world and has a tremendous impact on our society. Since major diseases are associated with dysfunction of the left ventricle, the accurate assessment of ventricular function during all phases of the heart cycle is fundamental. This goal may be facilitated by ultrasound imaging, which is in general appreciated for its bedside applicability, good temporal resolution, real-time ...
2D and 3D high-spatial and high-temporal resolution ultrasound imaging for characterization of tendon mechanics. KU Leuven
Achilles tendinopathy affects competitive and recreational athletes as well as inactive people. The incidence of this pathology in the general population is 1.8%and over 80% of tendon ruptures occur during recreational sports. The etiology of tendinopathies is multifactorial, but tendon overuse is assumed to be one of the main pathological stimuli.
Recently published studies have demonstrated the need for a better characterization of ...
New beam forming methodologies for fast transoesophageal volumetric cardiac imaging using ultrasound KU Leuven
As cardiovascular diseases remain the leading cause of death worldwide, the scientific community strives to develop advanced diagnostic tools to detect early cardiac dysfunction. Echocardiography has established itself as a major trump in this quest. Novel treatments have also emerged, offering new hope in combating these pathologies. With them, it came the need for new monitoring tools and there again, ultrasound - and especially, ...
Advanced Robotic ultrasound Imaging for ultraprecise Spine surgery KU Leuven
Millions of people suffer from degenerative spine diseases (DSD) per year worldwide. DSD severely reduces the quality of the patient’s life and puts a high burden on the healthcare system. Pedicle screw placement (PSP) is an effective approach for spine fusion surgery. Manual PSP may lead to complications such as large blood loss and longer hospital stay. In contrast, robot-assisted PSP offers a disruptive approach that makes PSP safer and ...
Ultrasound Imaging of Nanodroplet Vaporization for Radiotherapy Monitoring KU Leuven
Comprised in the cure of approximately 50% of all cancer patients, radiation therapy is a fundamental pillar in cancer treatment. Relying on the tissue damaging properties of ionizing radiation, radiation therapy aims to maximally expose tumor tissue with minimal healthy tissue exposure. Thereto, and in accordance with the overall evolution towards customized patient-specific healthcare, recent advances in radiation therapy enable the ...
Myocardial motion tracking for fast cardiac ultrasound imaging KU Leuven
Cardiovascular diseases are a major public health problem, and their diagnosis relies on a clinical examination that can be challenging. Studies show that the assessment of left-ventricular (LV) myocardial function, i.e. the ability of the heart muscle to propel blood through the circulation, leads to more effective diagnosis and treatment. Myocardial deformation imaging based on echocardiography has recently been introduced to assess ...