Shear Wave Elastography (SWE) is an advanced ultrasound technology available at Dr. Aarti’s Diagnostic Centre in Sangli and Miraj, designed to measure the stiffness and elasticity of body tissues. This cutting-edge imaging method provides valuable insights into tissue quality, helping detect diseases at an early stage with exceptional precision.
Shear Wave Elastography uses focused sound waves—known as “acoustic pulses”—to create gentle vibrations within the body. These vibrations generate shear waves, which travel through tissues and are measured by the ultrasound system to determine tissue stiffness. Softer tissues allow waves to move faster, while stiffer tissues may indicate fibrosis, inflammation, or other abnormalities.
There are two main types of elastography:
Ultrasound Elastography (Transient Elastography or FibroScan®): A quick, noninvasive test using sound waves to measure the elasticity of organs, particularly the liver.
Magnetic Resonance Elastography (MRE): Combines sound waves with MRI technology to create detailed, radiation-free images of internal organs.
In SWE, a high-frequency ultrasound probe sends short bursts of energy into the tissue, producing real-time images that quantify stiffness. This makes it highly useful in evaluating:
Liver: Detects and monitors fibrosis or cirrhosis.
Breast: Assesses lumps or abnormal tissue for possible malignancy.
Thyroid: Evaluates nodules for potential disease.
Prostate and Musculoskeletal System: Helps assess tissue elasticity and inflammation.
Your doctor may recommend SWE to check for:
Early liver fibrosis or cirrhosis
Liver cancer or fatty liver disease
Abnormalities in the thyroid, breast, or soft tissues
Chronic inflammation or stiffness in muscles and joints
State-of-the-art ultrasound systems for clear, real-time imaging
Expert radiologists with advanced training in elastography interpretation
Painless, radiation-free, and accurate diagnostics
Quick results and personalized care
At Dr. Aarti’s Diagnostic Centre, Sangli & Miraj, Shear Wave Elastography offers a smarter, safer, and more comfortable way to detect diseases early and guide effective treatment decisions.
