Fusion Imaging

Question 1

First step in fusion imaging

Answer 1

Prior MRI or CT uploaded to US machine

Question 2

Tracking sensors connected to the transducer. How many sensors on the probe and how many on the patient?

Answer 2

2 on the probe
1 on the patient

Question 3

What is the sensor on the patient called in fusion imaging?

Answer 3

Active tracker

Question 4

Where is the GPS unit placed?

Answer 4

Over the region of interest

Question 5

Applications of fusion imaging

Answer 5

1. Prostate biopsies
2. Abdominal biopsies: liver, kidney, pancreas

Question 6

What objects need to be avoided in fusion imaging?

Answer 6

Metallic objects

Question 7

What does fusion imaging improve?

Answer 7

The accuracy of US guided biopsies by providing visual reference of the target area

Question 8

In fusion imaging, what are the tracking sensors connected to?

Answer 8

The transducer