Establishment of non-invasive quantitative diagnostic method for salivary gland damage using ultrasound elastography

About this project

Japan Grant Number
JP18K09747
Funding Program
Grants-in-Aid for Scientific Research
Funding organization
Japan Society for the Promotion of Science
Project/Area Number
18K09747
Research Category
Grant-in-Aid for Scientific Research (C)
Allocation Type
  • Multi-year Fund
Review Section / Research Field
  • Basic Section 57060:Surgical dentistry-related
Research Institution
  • Kyushu University
Project Period (FY)
2018-04-01 〜 2023-03-31
Project Status
Completed
Budget Amount*help
4,420,000 Yen (Direct Cost: 3,400,000 Yen Indirect Cost: 1,020,000 Yen)

Research Abstract

The ultimate goal of the project was to establish the basis for the introduction of sonography into the international diagnostic criteria for Sjogren's syndrome. We tried to achieve quantification/objectivity of the diagnosis through the application of ultrasound elastography. Elastography images and measurements are affected by the pressure applied. In this study, to keep the pressure applied during examinations within a certain range, we attempted to develop a pressure sensor that can be attached to the probe. Elastic springs, slide resistors, and stainless steel movable plates were connected to a support surface. When the movable plate is moved, the spring extends and the resistance value increases. The amount of change was measured as a voltage by applying a constant voltage to the entire area. The force applied and the display on the digital panel were in a linear relationship. Therefore, the prototype of pressure sensor could be successfully developed.

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