Orthogonal Plane MRI Thermometry for Focused Ultrasound Surgeries ID: 2022-015

This invention revolutionizes focused ultrasound thermal ablation surgeries by providing a more accurate, three-dimensional temperature profile.

Technology Overview

The technology enhances safety and efficacy in focused ultrasound thermal ablation surgeries through Orthogonal Plane Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) thermometry. Unlike traditional MRI thermometry that offers limited two-dimensional temperature data, this invention captures multiple orthogonal temperature "slices" to form a comprehensive three-dimensional temperature profile. This method significantly improves temperature monitoring without requiring additional hardware, though it introduces new equipment activation and control methodologies.

Key Advantages

• Provides a comprehensive three-dimensional temperature profile during surgeries
• Improves the safety and efficacy of focused ultrasound thermal ablation surgeries
• Does not require additional hardware, making it a cost-effective solution
• Only imposes modest computational penalties, despite higher-dimensional data acquisition

Problems Addressed

• Overcomes the limitations of traditional two-dimensional MRI thermometry
• Addresses unnoticed and uncontrolled temperature rises during surgery
• Reduces the risk of complications from inaccurate temperature monitoring

Market Applications

• Hospital surgical settings where MRI thermometry is utilized
• Potential licensing opportunities with leading medical equipment companies such as Siemens Medical, Insightec, Medtronic, Monteris Medical, and Profound Medical
• Applicable in academic and clinical research for further development and innovation in surgical technologies

Additional Information

Technology ID: 2022-015
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Date Published: 28 March, 2025