Thin Film PZT-based PMUT Arrays for Microultrasound Capsule Endoscopy

Qiu, Y. , Cheng, C., Lay, H. , Welsh, A., Wallace, M., Trolier-McKinstry, S. and Cochran, S. (2017) Thin Film PZT-based PMUT Arrays for Microultrasound Capsule Endoscopy. 2017 IEEE International Ultrasonics Symposium (IUS), Washington, D.C., USA, 6-9 Sept 2017. ISBN 9781538633830 (doi: 10.1109/ULTSYM.2017.8091718)

Abstract

Gastrointestinal (GI) disease is one of the most common causes of death. Capsule endoscopy (CE) may contribute to early detection of disease and pathological classification. Current CE relies on optical images of the internal luminal surface of the GI tract to aid diagnosis. With the addition of microultrasound, the imaging capability can be extended within the wall of the GI tract, with the potential to improve detection and classification. However, many challenges in fabrication and integration remain in the development of microultrasound transducer arrays to match CE geometry.

• Item Type: Conference or Workshop Item
• Status: Published
• Refereed: Yes
• Glasgow Author(s) Enlighten ID: Qiu, Dr Yongqiang and Cochran, Professor Sandy and Lay, Dr Holly
• Authors: Qiu, Y., Cheng, C., Lay, H., Welsh, A., Wallace, M., Trolier-McKinstry, S., and Cochran, S.
• College/School: College of Science and Engineering > School of Engineering > Systems Power and Energy
• ISSN: 1948-5727
• ISBN: 9781538633830
• Published Online: 02 November 2017