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Mureziya Yimingjiang1, Shaohui Geng1, Zi Ye2
1School of Life Sciences, Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, Beijing, China.
Photobiomodulation, Photomedicine, and Laser Surgery
|January 22, 2025
Summary
Terahertz (THz) technology shows promise for diagnosing skin wounds, burns, and melanoma due to its water sensitivity. However, further research is needed to address potential drawbacks, such as effects on wound healing.
Area of Science:
- Biomedical Optics
- Medical Imaging
- Terahertz Spectroscopy
Background:
- Terahertz (THz) technology leverages high water sensitivity for biomedical applications.
- Its potential in diagnosing skin conditions like wounds, burns, and melanoma is increasingly recognized.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the current research status of Terahertz radiation in skin wounds, burns, and melanoma.
- To analyze the development and limitations of Terahertz technology in skin wound models.
Main Methods:
- Comprehensive literature search of Web of Science and CNKI databases up to 2024.
- Inclusion of high-quality articles using keywords: THz, Terahertz, skin, wound, burn, melanoma.
Main Results:
- Terahertz imaging effectively assesses burn severity, edema, exudates, and quantifies wound changes.
- Significant advantages of Terahertz technology in trauma assessment are highlighted.
- Femtosecond-Terahertz (fs-THz) radiation may potentially impede wound healing, requiring further investigation.
Conclusions:
- Terahertz technology offers valuable insights into skin tissue interactions for diagnosis and treatment.
- Further research is essential to optimize Terahertz applications in dermatology and address potential adverse effects.
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