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Preliminary study on Low Intensity Focused Ultrasound system For neuromodulation.

Authors: Ju Hyung Lee, Hyun Ki Hong, Byeong-Wook Song, Yu Jin Jung, Young Cheol Na, Nam Hyun Kim, Bong-Soo Kim

A Prototype Low Intensity Focused Ultrasound for brain targeting in a rat model was developed and tested. Accordingly, were evaluated low intensity focused ultrasound accuracy and performance. By utilizing the Rat Brain, no death or necrosis of cells, it was confirmed that the energy is gathered at that targeted.

Introduction

Purpose Transcranial ultrasound stimulation
Study Objective To develop and evaluate a prototype low-intensity focused ultrasound system for targeted brain neuromodulation in rats.
Animal model / Human subject Rat
Disease model Healthy

Outcomes and Safety

Summary of Outcomes The prototype LIFU system successfully focused energy at the intended target in rat brain tissue, and no cell death or necrosis.
Safety-related matter No death or tissue necrosis observed in rat brain following LIFU exposure.

Brain Region

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Ultrasound Parameters

Ultrasound instrument Prototype Low Intensity Focused Ultrasound
Focal Characteristics Focal depth: None; Focal length: None; Aperture size: None

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