Microwave Imaging Techniques for Non-Invasive Medical Diagnostics
Keywords:
Electromagnetic waves, Ionizing radiation techniques, Medical diagnostics, Microwave imaging, Microwave tomographyAbstract
Microwave imaging (MWI) has emerged as a promising non-invasive technique for medical diagnostics due to its ability to penetrate human tissue and provide contrast between healthy and abnormal tissues based on dielectric properties. Unlike ionizing radiation techniques, MWI is safer and cost-effective, making it suitable for frequent monitoring. This article explores the principles, imaging modalities, system architectures, and applications of microwave imaging in medical diagnostics, with a special focus on breast cancer detection, brain stroke imaging, and musculoskeletal monitoring. It also highlights the current challenges and future directions in developing robust, real-time, and clinically viable MWI systems.
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