Optical Fiber Provides Real-Time Diagnostic Guidance
The biomedical community recognized the advantages of optical fibers long ago, accepting them even before their adoption for long-haul telecommunications. Early research on the light-guiding properties of fibers in the late 1920s was aimed at applications in medical imaging. The first clad optical fiber was drawn on December 8, 1956, by Larry Curtis, a graduate student under Basil Hirschowitz at the University of Michigan. The technology was used in a multifiber bundle for a fiber endoscope, which Hirschowitz first tested on himself.
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Versatility in OCT System Design Opens the Door to New Clinical Applications
Optical coherence tomography (OCT), a noninvasive imaging technology, is a standard diagnostic tool used in the field of ophthalmology. With the advent of new compact form factors for the modality, as well as the assistance of artificial intelligence and other software innovations, OCT could be put to use in other clinical settings, such as optometry and family medicine. These and other specialties are taking notice of OCT’s capacity to provide high-resolution cross-sectional images without the adverse effects of radiation or surgical incisions for the examination of tissue. Thanks to reconfigured and miniaturized components, as well as user-friendly interfaces, mobile clinics could reap the benefits of utilizing an accessible, easy-to-use OCT system.
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The BioPhotonics Conference Places Biomedical Imaging and Medical Laser Innovations at the Fore
Photonics Media’s second annual online BioPhotonics Conference, highlighting the latest advancements in optical biomedical and life sciences technology, will run Oct. 25-27. Attendees can expect an expansive lineup of presentations detailing the cutting-edge research and innovative technologies that are leading to improved diagnostics, treatments, and heightened understanding of the biophotonics field.
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