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Light and sound -- the way forward for better medical imaging

12-12-2007 · EurekAlert!

Detection and treatment of tumours, diseased blood vessels and other soft-tissue conditions could be significantly improved, thanks to an innovative imaging system being developed that uses both light and sound.

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