Non-Contrast Radiation Free NIR Lung Imaging

When searching for cancerous lesions in the lungs, it is usually necessary to perform a larger number of radiological examinations, and the search for a specific site for biopsy is difficult even with the use of sophisticated endoscopic devices. Our innovative solution uses the introduction of near-infrared (NIR) radiation source into the lungs and the monitoring of transmitted light through a bronchoscope. We also described different experimental setups for NIR translumination. The first experiments performed on a laboratory pig showed promising results.