In vivo and in vitro diagnostics using Full Field Optical Coherence Tomography

Author(s):  
Osnath Assayag ◽  
Fabrice Harms ◽  
Eugénie Dalimier ◽  
Bertrand de Poly ◽  
Claude Boccara
Sensors ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 21 (13) ◽  
pp. 4554
Author(s):  
Ralph-Alexandru Erdelyi ◽  
Virgil-Florin Duma ◽  
Cosmin Sinescu ◽  
George Mihai Dobre ◽  
Adrian Bradu ◽  
...  

The most common imaging technique for dental diagnoses and treatment monitoring is X-ray imaging, which evolved from the first intraoral radiographs to high-quality three-dimensional (3D) Cone Beam Computed Tomography (CBCT). Other imaging techniques have shown potential, such as Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT). We have recently reported on the boundaries of these two types of techniques, regarding. the dental fields where each one is more appropriate or where they should be both used. The aim of the present study is to explore the unique capabilities of the OCT technique to optimize X-ray units imaging (i.e., in terms of image resolution, radiation dose, or contrast). Two types of commercially available and widely used X-ray units are considered. To adjust their parameters, a protocol is developed to employ OCT images of dental conditions that are documented on high (i.e., less than 10 μm) resolution OCT images (both B-scans/cross sections and 3D reconstructions) but are hardly identified on the 200 to 75 μm resolution panoramic or CBCT radiographs. The optimized calibration of the X-ray unit includes choosing appropriate values for the anode voltage and current intensity of the X-ray tube, as well as the patient’s positioning, in order to reach the highest possible X-rays resolution at a radiation dose that is safe for the patient. The optimization protocol is developed in vitro on OCT images of extracted teeth and is further applied in vivo for each type of dental investigation. Optimized radiographic results are compared with un-optimized previously performed radiographs. Also, we show that OCT can permit a rigorous comparison between two (types of) X-ray units. In conclusion, high-quality dental images are possible using low radiation doses if an optimized protocol, developed using OCT, is applied for each type of dental investigation. Also, there are situations when the X-ray technology has drawbacks for dental diagnosis or treatment assessment. In such situations, OCT proves capable to provide qualitative images.


Author(s):  
Egidijus Auksorius ◽  
Dawid Borycki ◽  
Patrycjusz Stremplewski ◽  
Kamil Liżewski ◽  
Slawomir Tomczewski ◽  
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2015 ◽  
Vol 2015 ◽  
pp. 1-11 ◽  
Author(s):  
Florence de Bont ◽  
Nicolai Brill ◽  
Robert Schmitt ◽  
Markus Tingart ◽  
Björn Rath ◽  
...  

Posttraumatic osteoarthritis constitutes a major cause of disability in our increasingly elderly population. Unfortunately, current imaging modalities are too insensitive to detect early degenerative changes of this disease. Optical coherence tomography (OCT) is a promising nondestructive imaging technique that allows surface and subsurface imaging of cartilage, at near-histological resolution, and is principally applicablein vivoduring arthroscopy. Thirty-four macroscopically normal human cartilage-bone samples obtained from total joint replacements were subjected to standardized single impactsin vitro(range: 0.25 J to 0.98 J). 3D OCT measurements of impact area and adjacent tissue were performed prior to impaction, directly after impaction, and 1, 4, and 8 days later. OCT images were assessed qualitatively (DJD classification) and quantitatively using established parameters (OII, Optical Irregularity Index; OHI, Optical Homogeneity Index; OAI, Optical Attenuation Index) and compared to corresponding histological sections. WhileOAIandOHIscores were not significantly changed in response to low- or moderate-impact energies, high-impact energies significantly increased mean DJD grades (histology and OCT) andOIIscores. In conclusion, OCT-based parameterization and quantification are able to reliably detect loss of cartilage surface integrity after high-energy traumatic insults and hold potential to be used for clinical screening of early osteoarthritis.


2019 ◽  
Vol 11 (2) ◽  
pp. 44 ◽  
Author(s):  
Maciej Wojtkowski ◽  
Patrycjusz Stremplewski ◽  
Egidijus Auksorius ◽  
Dawid Borycki

Optical Coherence Imaging (OCI) including Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) and Optical Coherence Microscopy (OCM) uses interferometric detection to generate high-resolution volumetric images of the sample at high speeds. Such capabilities are significant for in vivo imaging, including ophthalmology, brain, intravascular imaging, as well as endoscopic examination. Instrumentation and software development allowed to create many clinical instruments. Nevertheless, most of OCI setups scan the incident light laterally. Hence, OCI can be further extended by wide-field illumination and detection. This approach, however, is very susceptible to the so-called crosstalk-generated noise. Here, we describe our novel approach to overcome this issue with spatio-temporal optical coherence manipulation (STOC), which employs spatial phase modulation of the incident light. Full Text: PDF ReferencesL. Wang, P. P. Ho, C. Liu, G. Zhang, and R. R. Alfano, "Ballistic 2-D Imaging Through Scattering Walls Using an Ultrafast Optical Kerr Gate", Science 253, 769-771 (1991). CrossRef D. Huang, E. A. Swanson, C. P. Lin, J. S. Schuman, W. G. Stinson, W. Chang, M. R. Hee, T. Flotte, K. Gregory, C. A. Puliafito, and et al., "Optical coherence tomography", Science 254, 1178-1181 (1991). CrossRef J. A. Izatt, E. A. Swanson, J. G. Fujimoto, M. R. Hee, and G. M. Owen, "Optical coherence microscopy in scattering media", Opt. Lett. 19, 590-592 (1994). CrossRef D. Borycki, M. Nowakowski, and M. Wojtkowski, "Control of the optical field coherence by spatiotemporal light modulation", Opt. Lett. 38, 4817-4820 (2013). CrossRef D. Borycki, M. Hamkalo, M. Nowakowski, M. Szkulmowski, and M. Wojtkowski, "Spatiotemporal optical coherence (STOC) manipulation suppresses coherent cross-talk in full-field swept-source optical coherence tomography", Biomed. Opt. Express 10, 2032-2054 (2019). CrossRef P. Stremplewski, E. Auksorius, P. Wnuk, L. Kozon, P. Garstecki, and M. Wojtkowski, "In vivo volumetric imaging by crosstalk-free full-field OCT", Optica 6, 608-617 (2019). CrossRef L. Vabre, A. Dubois, and A. C. Boccara, "Thermal-light full-field optical coherence tomography", Opt. Lett. 27, 530-532 (2002). CrossRef M. Laubscher, M. Ducros, B. Karamata, T. Lasser, and R. Salathé, "Video-rate three-dimensional optical coherence tomography", Opt. Express 10, 429-435 (2002). CrossRef Dubois and A. C. Boccara, Full-Field Optical Coherence Tomography, (Springer Berlin Heidelberg, Berlin, Heidelberg, 2008), pp. 565-591. CrossRef O. Thouvenin, K. Grieve, P. Xiao, C. Apelian, and A. C. Boccara, "En face coherence microscopy [Invited]", Biomedical Opt. Express 8, 622-639 (2017). CrossRef F. Fercher, C. K. Hitzenberger, M. Sticker, E. Moreno-Barriuso, R. Leitgeb, W. Drexler, and H. Sattmann, "A thermal light source technique for optical coherence tomography", Optics Commun. 185, 57-64 (2000). CrossRef R. A. Leitgeb, "En face optical coherence tomography: a technology review [Invited]", Biomed Opt Express 10, 2177-2201 (2019). CrossRef J. Fujimoto and W. Drexler, Introduction to Optical Coherence Tomography, (Springer, Berlin, Heidelberg, 2008), pp. 1-45. CrossRef J. A. Izatt, M. A. Choma, and A.-H. Dhalla, Theory of Optical Coherence Tomography, (Springer International Publishing, Cham, 2015), pp. 65-94. CrossRef


Stroke ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 51 (Suppl_1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Ajit S Puri ◽  
Giovanni Ughi ◽  
Robert M King ◽  
Matthew Gounis

Introduction: Optical coherence tomography (OCT) has played an important role in the diagnosis and treatment guidance in coronary artery disease. However, existing OCT systems are not suitable for routine neurovascular applications due to the size and tortuosity of the arteries. Hypothesis: We seek to demonstrate a prototype high-frequency OCT (HF-OCT) capable of high-resolution imaging in simulated cerebrovascular anatomy. Methods: A low-profile HF-OCT system was constructed with an image resolution approaching 10μm. Using an in vitro, patient-specific model of the circle of Willis with circulating porcine blood, we characterized the delivery of the device and ability to image in a tortuous path. Also, human cadaver intracranial atherosclerosis plaques were imaged with HF-OCT and assessed by an expert imager. Finally, neurovascular devices were implanted in 8 pigs (Fig 1) and HF-OCT imaging was compared with gold-standard DSA and CT. Results: In the phantom, optimal blood clearance was achieved through an intermediate catheter (5 Fr Navien) with infusion of contrast at 5 ml/s in the internal carotid and basilar artery, and 3 ml/sec in the MCA. The in vivo study demonstrated that both malapposition of devices or thrombus formation along the device surface could be reliably diagnosed among 3 reviewers (Fleiss’s kappa of 0.87 and 0.9, respectively). This agreement was superior to DSA and CT. Imaging in tortuous swine brachial showed in all cases imaging free of artifacts, uniform illumination and ability to visualize vessel wall layers. Plaque types including ‘lipid pools’, fibrotic, and calcific tissue from cadaver specimens of ICAD could be adequately depicted by HF-OCT. Conclusion: In vitro, in vivo and ex vivo characterization of a novel HF-OCT device has shown it is capable of imaging in the tortuous intracranial vascular anatomy. This technology has to potential to aid in the diagnosis of cerebrovascular disease and guide optimal endovascular treatment.


Author(s):  
Egidijus Auksorius ◽  
Dawid Borycki ◽  
Kamil Lizewski ◽  
Slawomir Tomczewski ◽  
Ieva Zickiene ◽  
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