Electrical property measurements of breast tissues: image reconstruction and links to clinical information

Traditional breast monitoring via mammograms is avoided by 37% of eligible women for multiple reasons, including discomfort and inconvenience. To overcome this, there’s a rising interest in advocating microwave
imaging as a safe, affordable, and portable alternative. This encourages early and regular monitoring, especially for younger women, with the added benefit of accessibility in rural areas.
In this proposal, we use scans collected with a microwave imaging system to identify biomarkers in the images. This aids in categorizing breast density, a crucial breast cancer risk factor. The system’s capability to detect changes in related to the presence of tumors enables the identification of cancer biomarkers. We also aim to monitor treatment progress, providing a secure tool for regular use during chemotherapy to track tumor changes. The reconstruction algorithms for generating breast dielectric properties and deriving biomarkers are beneficial for our industrial partner.

Faculty Supervisor:

Elise Fear

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Partner:

Wave View Imaging

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Manufacturing

University:

University of Calgary

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