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3-D Ultrasound for Medical Imaging in Space
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Ultrasound is attractive for medical imaging in space because scanners can be small, lightweight, low power, and have minimal electromagnetic emissions. In addition, unlike conventional 2-D ultrasound. 3-D ultrasound allows an operator with no diagnostic skills to collect high-quality scans that can be interpreted by a remote expert. This allows 3-D ultrasound to be used effectively in remote locations. These capabilities are illustrated by the MUSTPAC-1, a portable 3-D ultrasound telemedicine system recently developed for the U.S. military. Design, implementation, and field experiences with the MUSTPAC-1 are discussed, and extensions for use in space are proposed.
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Littlefield, R. and Macedonia, C., "3-D Ultrasound for Medical Imaging in Space," SAE Technical Paper 972286, 1997, https://doi.org/10.4271/972286.Also In
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- “MUSTPAC-1: 3-D Ultrasound Telemedicine System” Dec. 1996
- “Backpack remote medicine proves its worth” Jane's International Defense Review Feb. 1997 15
- IEEE Engineering in Medicine and Biology Magazine “Advances in Ultrasound” 15 6 Nov Dec 1996 18 101