New imaging method could slash needless ovarian surgeries
NCT ID NCT04178018
First seen Jan 08, 2026 · Last updated May 23, 2026 · Updated 22 times
Summary
This study tested whether combining photoacoustic imaging with standard ultrasound can better tell benign from cancerous ovarian growths. Researchers aimed to reduce unnecessary surgeries while catching more cancers early. The study included 185 women scheduled for ovary removal surgery.
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Washington University School of Medicine
St Louis, Missouri, 63110, United States
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