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Simulation of MR-Guided Focused Ultrasound for Cervical Facet Joint Ablation Using MRI and CT-Based Anatomical Models v1

Year: 2025

Type: preprint

Abstract: This protocol outlines the methods for simulating MR-guided focused ultrasound (MRgFUS) treatments to cervical facet joints using high-resolution MRI and CT data. It includes imaging acquisition, segmentation, acoustic and thermal simulation, and safety analysis using two focused ultrasound transducer types. Tissue response to focused ultrasound was modeled and evaluated across multiple cervical levels and beam angles to assess feasibility and safety.

DOI: 10.17504/protocols.io.5jyl8wxk6l2w/v1

Authors: Marta M. Iversen, Michelle Kline, Emily A. Smith, Allison Payne, Lubdha M. Shah, Viola Rieke

Language: English

Topic: Ultrasound and Hyperthermia Applications

Subfield: Biomedical Engineering

Field: Engineering

Domain: Physical Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Funder: National Institutes of Health

Award: Non-invasive Nonpharmaceutical Treatment for Neck Pain: Development of Cervical Spine-specific MR-guided Focused Ultrasound System.

OpenAlex ID: W4413044714

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