Improving breast ultrasound imaging to reduce uncertainty in diagnosis
Minimizing Uncertainty in Breast Ultrasound Imaging with Real-Time Coherence-Based Beamforming
This study is working on improving breast ultrasound images to help women with dense breast tissue get clearer and more accurate results, making it easier to tell the difference between harmless and potentially harmful lumps, which could mean fewer unnecessary biopsies and less worry for patients.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Johns Hopkins University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Baltimore, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11093157 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing breast ultrasound imaging techniques to provide clearer and more accurate results, particularly for women with dense breast tissue. By developing real-time coherence-based beamforming technology, the study aims to minimize acoustic clutter that often obscures the differentiation between benign and potentially malignant masses. This advancement could lead to fewer inconclusive results, reducing the need for unnecessary biopsies and follow-up imaging, which can cause anxiety for patients. The approach involves innovative imaging technology that aims to improve diagnostic clarity and patient outcomes.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are women with dense breast tissue who are undergoing breast cancer screening or evaluation.
Not a fit: Patients with non-dense breast tissue or those who do not require breast imaging may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more accurate breast cancer diagnoses, reducing anxiety and unnecessary procedures for patients.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in improving ultrasound imaging techniques, suggesting that this approach could lead to significant advancements in breast cancer detection.
Where this research is happening
Baltimore, United States
- Johns Hopkins University — Baltimore, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Bell, Muyinatu a. Lediju — Johns Hopkins University
- Study coordinator: Bell, Muyinatu a. Lediju
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.