New Handheld Scanner Revolutionizes Medical Imaging for Cancer, Diabetes, and Arthritis

Developed by UCL researchers, the device offers real-time, detailed 3D images, significantly improving diagnostic speed and accuracy.

The scanner uses Photoacoustic Tomography (PAT) to generate highly detailed images in seconds, avoiding motion blur.
It provides a safer alternative to traditional imaging techniques like X-rays and MRI scans by using laser light and ultrasound waves.
In trials, the scanner revealed important blood flow issues in early-stage diabetes patients, aiding in better disease management.
The technology holds potential for early detection and treatment of cancer by visualizing abnormal blood flow patterns around tumors.
Researchers aim to further refine the scanner's capabilities and test it on larger patient groups before clinical adoption.