Improving 3D imaging for better disease diagnosis and treatment planning
Next Generation Cone Beam CT with Improved Contrast Resolution and Added Spectral Imaging Functionality
This study is working on making medical imaging better by using a new type of x-ray detector, which will help doctors see soft tissues more clearly and monitor conditions like bleeding, so patients can get more accurate diagnoses and treatment plans.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Wisconsin-Madison NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Madison, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11094795 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) technology to improve the accuracy of medical imaging. By integrating a new x-ray photon counting detector with existing systems, the project aims to provide better soft-tissue contrast and quantitative imaging capabilities. This advancement will allow for more precise monitoring of conditions such as hemorrhages and the differentiation of brain tissues during medical procedures. Patients can expect improved diagnostic accuracy and treatment planning through this innovative imaging approach.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include patients requiring detailed imaging for conditions that involve soft tissue, such as brain injuries or tumors.
Not a fit: Patients with conditions that do not require advanced imaging techniques or those who are not undergoing image-guided interventions may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more accurate diagnoses and better treatment outcomes for patients undergoing image-guided interventions.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in enhancing imaging technologies, indicating that this approach could lead to significant advancements in medical imaging.
Where this research is happening
Madison, United States
- University of Wisconsin-Madison — Madison, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Chen, Guang-Hong — University of Wisconsin-Madison
- Study coordinator: Chen, Guang-Hong
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.