[From medical imaging to image-guided therapy].

Area of Science:

• Medical Imaging Physics
• Image Analysis and Interpretation
• Therapeutic Applications of Imaging

Context:

• Overview of the complete medical imaging pipeline.
• Exploration of diverse physical principles underpinning imaging modalities.
• Integration of imaging technologies in therapeutic interventions.

Purpose:

• To provide a comprehensive survey of medical imaging.
• To detail the process from data acquisition to clinical interpretation.
• To highlight the role of imaging in novel physical therapies.

Summary:

• Covers the entire medical imaging process: sensors, reconstruction, analysis, and interpretation.
• Explains fundamental physical principles (e.g., magnetic resonance, acoustics, optics).
• Discusses the application of imaging in therapeutic procedures, including new physical therapies.

Impact:

• Outlines current research perspectives and future directions in medical imaging.
• Facilitates understanding across different facets of medical imaging technology.
• Informs advancements in both diagnostic and therapeutic imaging modalities.