Photon-counting CT of the breast
Traditional imaging modalities, such as mammography and ultrasound, have been instrumental in breast cancer detection and monitoring. However, they have limitations in visualizing breast cancer, especially in dense breast tissue. Photon-counting CT represents a significant breakthrough in medical imaging, offering unprecedented capabilities for detecting and characterizing human tissue. By leveraging the unique properties of individual photons, this technology enables high-resolution, multi-energy imaging, opening new possibilities for enhanced tissue characterization, improved lesion detection, and reduced radiation dose. Photon-counting CT therefore offers a promising solution by providing high-resolution, three-dimensional images that enable material characterization and evaluation of breast lesions. Our research project focuses on investigating the diagnostic capabilities of Photon-counting CT for the staging and detection of breast cancer. Our research project incorporates both preclinical studies and clinical trials, allowing us to gather valuable data from various patient populations.
Clinic for Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology
WG Breast imaging research group
Hugstetter street 55
79106 Freiburg