Uncertainty estimation for temperature measurement with diagnostic ultrasound

ConclusionsTemperature measurements using the echo-time-shift method might be useful for validation of treatment plan algorithms. This might also be a comparatively accurate, fast, and affordable method for laboratory and clinical quality assessment. Further research is necessary to improve filter algorithms and to extend this method to multiple foci and the usage of temperature-dependent tissue quantities. We used an analytical approach to investigate the uncertainties of temperature measurement. Different analysis variations are compared to determine temperature distribution and development over time.
Source: Journal of Therapeutic Ultrasound - Category: Radiology Source Type: research