Michigan State University · Biomedical EngineeringBone Health Assessment Unit
Yener N Yeni · East Lansing, Michigan
Research Focus
Dr. Yener N. Yeni's lab focuses on improving bone health monitoring in breast cancer patients during treatment. The lab is investigating a novel imaging technique called digital wrist tomosynthesis, which uses existing mammography equipment to assess bone quality and predict fracture risk without the need for additional appointments. This research aims to enhance patient care by integrating bone health assessment into routine breast cancer follow-up.
breast cancerbone healthdigital wrist tomosynthesisfracture riskaromatase inhibitorsDXA alternativespatient monitoringmammographynon-invasive imagingbiomechanical assessment
Research Aims
5AIM 01Evaluate bone quality metrics using digital tomosynthesis in breast cancer patients receiving aromatase inhibitors
AIM 02Assess changes in bone quality over time in postmenopausal and premenopausal patients
AIM 03Compare bone strength predictions from tomosynthesis to standard DXA measures
AIM 04Implement an effective non-invasive method for monitoring bone health during breast cancer treatment
AIM 05Streamline patient care by integrating bone assessments into routine mammography appointments
Skills the Lab Values
tomosynthesis imagingbone density assessmentclinical research methodslongitudinal study designdata analysisanxiety management in patientscross-sectional studieshealthcare systemsbiomechanical modelingpatient follow-up protocols
Output against the department
Publications114bottom 22% of dept.462nd of 595
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Citations2.9kbottom 21% of dept.470th of 595
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