MAUI Imaging has received a grant from the Gates Foundation to evaluate the feasibility of its computed echo tomography (CET) ultrasound technology for the detection, diagnosis, and triage of tuberculosis (TB).
According to the Tucson-based firm, a study will be undertaken using MAUI Imaging’s K3900 Imaging System to determine whether CET ultrasound can be used for effective early TB detection in resource-limited settings.
TB is a major global public health concern, with an estimated 10 million new cases worldwide each year, three million of which go undiagnosed, MAUI noted. The emergence of drug-resistant TB strains has amplified the need for more effective and accessible approaches for prevention, diagnosis, and treatment, especially in areas with limited resources…