Abstract
The implementation of magnetic detection techniques in clinical practice has long lagged behind developments in society as a whole. Whilst techniques like magnetic resonance imaging and (to a lesser extent) MEG/MCG have been succesfully introduced, use of magnetic techniques for diagnostics and treatment has always been limited to well controlled, shielded environments. In this thesis, we describe the development of a sensitive and specific method to use magnetic nanoparticles for diagnostics and localization, without the need for shielded surroundings. This opens up a world of new applications for magnetic detection, ranging from intraoperative detection of sentinel lymph nodes to tracking and tracing of stem cell therapies, to navigation applications.
Original language | English |
---|---|
Qualification | Doctor of Philosophy |
Awarding Institution |
|
Supervisors/Advisors |
|
Award date | 13 Jul 2023 |
Place of Publication | Enschede |
Publisher | |
Print ISBNs | 978-90-365-5692-7 |
Electronic ISBNs | 978-90-365-5693-4 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 13 Jul 2023 |