Quality assurance for clinical high intensity focused ultrasound fields

Abstract

As the use of HIFU in the clinic becomes more widespread there is an ever increasing need to standardise quality assurance protocols, an important step in facilitating the wider acceptance of HIFU as a therapeutic modality. This article reviews pertinent aspects of HIFU treatment delivery, encompassing the closely related aspects of quality assurance and calibration. Particular attention is given to the description and characterisation of relevant acoustic field parameters and the measurement of acoustic power. Where appropriate, recommendations are made.

• Clinical
• high intensity focused ultrasound
• quality assurance
• ultrasound

Declaration of interest

The authors report no conflicts of interest. The authors alone are responsible for the content and writing of the paper.