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MR-guided Focused Ultrasound 2nd International Symposium - Join Us! |
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A landmark event, this three-day conference will spotlight leading edge preclinical, translational and clinical research related to one of today's most promising and innovative therapeutic technologies.
Targeted to scientists, clinicians and others interested in current and future applications of MR-guided focused ultrasound, the symposium will offer a multifaceted exploration of this emerging field and feature plenary sessions, panel discussions, poster presentations and technical exhibits. The program's dynamic structure is designed to foster the communication, cooperation and collaboration needed to transform this nascent technology from being "medicine's best kept secret" into a standard of care worldwide.
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Focused ultrasound is a revolutionary technology that could help treat diseases that affect virtually everyone |
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Magnetic resonance image guided focused ultrasound ( MRgFUS) could:
- be the ultimate form of noninvasive surgery
- destroy tumors without making any incisions and without harm to other organs
- replace the need for most radiation treatments
- transform pharmacological therapy by delivering drugs precisely where needed without harm to the rest of the body
- dissolve blood clots and restore flow through blocked vessels
Focused ultrasound can be performed on an outpatient basis, requires no incisions or general anesthesia, only mild sedation, results in minimal discomfort and few complications, and allows rapid recovery.
Focused ultrasound is currently
- clinically approved for the treatment of uterine fibroids and pain from bone cancer (in Europe)
- in clinical trials for the treatment of brain and breast cancer
- being investigated for the treatment of prostate cancer, stroke, Parkinson's disease, epilepsy, and more
The technology is in the early stages of development—where MR imaging was approximately 25 years ago—but could do all of the above in our lifetime.
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Read More About Focused Ultrasound
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FUS Foundation Annual Report |
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The Focused Ultrasound Surgery Foundation has just released its 2009 annual Progress Report. Download the report from the link below to learn about the steps we’ve recently taken to accelerate the development and adoption of a new generation of non-invasive patient treatments. By reading this report, you will gain a big picture perspective of our strategic initiatives, programs, organization and more.
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How We're Funding Research |
If you're a researcher, see how our Research Awards can enable you to push the boundaries of what this revolutionary technology can do.
If you're a clinician, apply for one of our Fellowship Awards to equip you to assist with research programs as well as treating patients in approved applications. |
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How We're Supporting Patients |
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At the Foundation, one of our missions is to inform patients about this revolutionary treatment and how it can offer then vital new options. Find out more how the Foundation can help! |
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