Advancements in Optical Diagnostics for Head and Neck: Current Trends and Future Directions
A special issue of Journal of Clinical Medicine (ISSN 2077-0383). This special issue belongs to the section "Otolaryngology".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 January 2025 | Viewed by 86
Special Issue Editor
2. Faculty of Medicine, Imperial College London, London, UK
Interests: minor surgery; head and neck; photodiagnosis; photodynamic therapy; tissue healing
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
This Special Issue aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the latest developments and innovations in the field of optical diagnostics specifically applied to head and neck conditions. This issue will cover a range of optical diagnostic techniques including, but not limited to, fluorescence imaging, Raman spectroscopy, optical coherence tomography, and photoacoustic imaging. These technologies have shown significant promise in enhancing the accuracy, speed, and non-invasiveness of diagnosing various pathologies within the head and neck region.
The primary goal of this Special Issue is to bring together cutting-edge research and expert reviews that highlight both the current state-of-the-art technologies and emerging advancements that are likely to shape the future of this field. By compiling high-quality contributions from leading researchers and clinicians, we aim to provide a platform for the dissemination of new knowledge, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration, and encouraging the translation of optical diagnostic technologies from bench to bedside.
Topics of interest include, but are not limited to, novel optical diagnostic methods, clinical applications, technological advancements, and integration with other diagnostic modalities. This issue will serve as an invaluable resource for researchers, clinicians, and industry professionals committed to improving diagnostic outcomes and patient care in head and neck medicine.
Dr. Waseem Jerjes
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- head and neck cancer
- head and neck surgery
- fluorescence imaging
- Raman spectroscopy
- optical coherence tomography
- photoacoustic imaging
- photodiagnosis
- photodynamic therapy
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