Model-based estimation of quantitative ultrasound variables at the proximal femur

Authors :: Dencks, Stefanie
Barkmann, Reinhard
Padilla, Frederic
Laugier, Pascal
Schmitz, Georg
Gluer, Claus-C.
Source :: IEEE Transactions on Ultrasonics, Ferroelectrics and Frequency Control. June, 2008, Vol. 55 Issue 6, p1304, 12 p.
Publication Year :: 2008
Abstract: The application of a model-based estimation method to quantitative ultrasound (QUS) transmission measurements is discussed. Results suggest the detection of different wave types and its characterization in the trochanteric region.

Subjects :: Femur -- Structure
Femur -- Medical examination
Osteoporosis -- Diagnosis
Signal processing -- Analysis
Ultrasonic waves -- Usage
Digital signal processor
Business
Electronics
Electronics and electrical industries

Language :: English
ISSN :: 08853010
Volume :: 55
Issue :: 6
Database :: Gale General OneFile
Journal :: IEEE Transactions on Ultrasonics, Ferroelectrics and Frequency Control
Publication Type :: Academic Journal
Accession number :: edsgcl.181213334

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