Diffuse Optical Imaging

Diffuse optical imaging (DOI) is a medical imaging modality that utilizes near infrared light to create images of tissues and organs within the body. Unlike X-ray or computed tomography (CT) imaging, DOI does not require ionizing radiation to capture images. DOI has been used to image a range of body tissues, including breast tissue, brain tissue, and muscle tissue, with the aim of early disease detection, monitoring of disease progression, and evaluation of drug efficacy. DOI is also used in the pre-surgical planning of plastic and reconstructive surgery, as well as in the evaluation of irradiated tumors. DOI has become an increasingly important imaging modality due to its non-invasive nature and the ability to accurately diagnose and monitor various diseases. By providing detailed images of tissues and organs, DOI has helped to improve the quality of healthcare for both physicians and patients.