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In this project I propose to develop a robust and efficient needle segmentation method, which
will be used to localize and track the needle in three-dimensional (3D) ultrasound (US) guided
focal ablation therapy. 3DUS guided biopsy and minimally invasive therapy involves guiding
a needle into the lesion for biopsy (removal of tissue for pathological examination), and
ablation therapy (destruction of tissue). The Peters laboratory has developed image-guided
interventional technology, which makes use of 3D ultrasound imaging. Thus, fast
identification and segmentation of needles in a 3DUS image will allow improved guidance of
insertion of the needle and verification of the location of the needle with respect to the lesion
being biopsied or ablated.
Terry Peters
Centre for Imaging Technology Commercialization
Engineering
Health and Related Sciences & Technology
Western University
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