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Overview of Therapeutic Ultrasound Applications and Safety Considerations: 2024 Update
Kenneth B Bader1, Frederic Padilla2,3, Kevin J Haworth4,5,6
1Department of Radiology, University of Chicago, Chicago, Illinois, USA.
Summary
This review updates therapeutic ultrasound research, covering bioeffects, applications, and image guidance. It discusses advancements and translation challenges for this medical technology.
Area of Science:
- Biomedical Engineering
- Medical Physics
- Acoustics
Background:
- A 2012 review established therapeutic ultrasound's applications and bioeffects.
- Significant advancements have occurred in the 12 years since the initial review.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide an updated overview of therapeutic ultrasound.
- To highlight recent progress in applications, bioeffects, and translation.
Main Methods:
- Literature review and synthesis of recent research.
- Discussion of general mechanisms for bioeffects.
- Outline of current pre-clinical and clinical applications.
Main Results:
- Therapeutic ultrasound has seen considerable development in applications and understanding of bioeffects.
- Image guidance techniques are crucial for monitoring treatment.
- Computational modeling and quality assurance are key for translation.
Conclusions:
- Therapeutic ultrasound continues to evolve with new applications and improved safety profiles.
- Further research and development are needed for widespread clinical translation.
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