Magnetic Resonance-Guided High Intensity Focused Ultrasound Ablation of Breast Cancer

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Abstract

This chapter describes several aspects of MR-HIFU treatment for breast cancer. The current and future applications, technical developments and clinical results are discussed. MR-HIFU ablation is under investigation for the treatment of breast cancer, but is not yet ready for clinical implementation. Firstly, the efficacy of MR-HIFU ablation should be investigated in large trials. The existing literature shows that results of initial, small studies are moderate, but opportunities for improvement are available. Careful patient selection, taking treatment margins into account and using a dedicated breast system might improve treatment outcomes. MRI-guidance has proven to be beneficial for the accuracy and safety of HIFU treatments because of its usefulness before, during and after treatments. In conclusion, MR-HIFU is promising for the treatment of breast cancer and might lead to a change in breast cancer care in the future.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationTherapeutic Ultrasound
EditorsJean-Michel Escoffre, Ayache Bouakaz
PublisherSpringer
Pages65-81
Number of pages17
Volume I
ISBN (Electronic)978-3-319-22536-4
ISBN (Print)978-3-319-22535-7
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2016

Publication series

NameAdvances in Experimental Medicine and Biology
Volume880
ISSN (Print)0065-2598
ISSN (Electronic)2214-8019

Keywords

  • Breast cancer
  • Magnetic resonance imaging
  • High-intensity focused ultrasound

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