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Andrea Coppola1, Giada Zorzetto2, Filippo Piacentino3,2
1Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology Unit, ASST Settelaghi, Varese, Italy. coppola.andrea.mg@gmail.com.
Acta Diabetologica
|November 15, 2021
Summary
This review highlights advanced imaging techniques in animal models, like mice and rats, for translational medicine. These methods significantly aid in diagnosing and treating complex diseases, particularly diabetes mellitus.
Area of Science:
- Translational and experimental medicine utilizing animal models.
Background:
- Multidisciplinary field driving scientific progress.
- Focus on experimental animal models, specifically mice and rats.
Purpose of the Study:
- Summarize frequently used imaging techniques in animal models.
- Discuss implications in diagnostic and therapeutic fields.
- Emphasize applications in diabetes mellitus research.
Main Methods:
- Review of common imaging modalities: ultrasound (US), micro-computed tomography (micro-CT), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), and optical imaging.
- Application of these methods in preclinical research.
Main Results:
- Imaging techniques provide critical insights for disease diagnosis and therapy development.
- Demonstrated utility in studying multifactorial diseases like diabetes mellitus.
Conclusions:
- Imaging animal models are crucial for advancing translational medicine.
- These techniques offer significant potential for improving diabetes mellitus management and treatment.
