ULTRASONIC MEASUREMENTS OF TISSUE TEMPERATURE: POTENTIAL CLINICAL APPLICATIONS
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https://doi.org/10.31435/ijitss.2(50).2026.5492Keywords:
Ultrasonography; Thermometry; Elasticity Imaging Techniques; Hyperthermia Induced; Ablation Techniques; CryotherapyAbstract
In recent years, significant advancements have been made in the field of ultrasonographic technology. One of the most promising applications of ultrasonographic technology is its ability to measure tissue temperature. Ultrasonic measurement of tissue temperature represents a rapidly evolving extension of conventional ultrasonography, necessitating a thorough review and synthesis of current methodologies and potential clinical applications to support its effective implementation in clinical practice. A comprehensive literature review was carried out using PubMed, Scopus, and Google Scholar to explore ultrasonic methods for measuring tissue temperature and their clinical relevance. To ensure both historical context and insight into current advancements, the analysis covered 36 studies published between 1979 and 2022. Changes in wave speed, backscatter energy and local tissue elasticity can be used to monitor the tissue temperature. The measurements have demonstrated significant potential in a variety of clinical applications owing to their non-intrusive characteristics and ability to provide real-time monitoring. These applications include monitoring of hyperthermia treatment, thermal ablation, and cryotherapy, where tissue temperature measurement allows for optimal heating or cooling of target tissues, enhancing treatment precision and minimizing damage to surrounding structures. This review presents an in-depth overview of ultrasonic tissue temperature assessment, covering its underlying physical principles, measurement techniques, and possible clinical uses.
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