Swiss experts have achieved extraordinary success in the early detection of breast cancer with 3D imaging. Photo: File
Zurich: Breast cancer is at the top among Pakistani women and 25% of women’s cancer cases worldwide are caused by breast cancer. In this regard, the 3D sensor can help in the early detection of cancer.
Switzerland-based public university ETH Zurich, the Sai Institute and other institutions have combined to transform traditional computed tomography (CT) scan technology. In this way, tumors can be better identified without increasing the amount of radiation.
This procedure can detect the amount of calcium inside the chest, also known as ‘microcalcification’. In this way, breast cancer can be identified at a very early stage. Experts call it X-ray phase contrast. The same process can also be called 3D X-ray method.
Experts believe that even conventional mammography misses 22% of breast cancer cases. On the other hand, there may be a false diagnosis. The research has been published in the scientific journal Optica. In this process, many images of the breast are taken, depending on the resolution and contrast, and they create a 3D image. In this way, every aspect of the breast is visible from different angles.
It is expected that this will help in early detection of breast cancer.
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