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Sensor-enabled simulations for the clinical breast exam

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Project Overview

Breast cancer is one of the leading causes of death for women worldwide. Clinical breast examinations (CBEs) aid in early diagnosis of breast cancer, which is critical in increasing patient survival rate. Research has been conducted to analyze CBEs performed by physicians. There exists a need for an undetectable pressure sensing system incorporated with a silicone breast model to give feedback on the force physicians use. This system will be developed using the novel approach of creating fabric force sensitive resistors with conductive and resistive materials. The system will measure the force and location of an examiner’s touch, with the aim of standardizing the CBE technique. Future work includes integrating two sensor systems, collecting data from physicians, and developing an algorithm to provide feedback. The system has the potential to develop into a breast exam training tool.

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Clair Kurzynski, Kristen Rasske, Tim Abbott, Megan Platner, Lauren Stopfer
Clair Kurzynski, Kristen Rasske, Tim Abbott, Megan Platner, Lauren Stopfer

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Team Members

  • Kristen Rasske - Team Leader
  • Megan Platner - Communicator
  • Clair Kurzynski - BSAC
  • Lauren Stopfer - BWIG
  • Timothy Abbott - BPAG

Advisor and Client

  • Dr. Joseph Towles - Advisor
  • Dr. Shlomi Laufer - Client

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