Effects of HIFU induced cavitation on flooded lung parenchyma

ConclusionsCavitation occurs in flooded lung parenchyma, which can be detected passively and by B-Mode imaging. Focal intensities required for lung tumour ablation are below levels where erosive events occur. Therefore focal cavitation events can be monitored and potential risk from tissue erosion in flooded lung avoided.
Source: Journal of Therapeutic Ultrasound - Category: Radiology Source Type: research