Tiro Imaging is focused on the development of a non-invasive breast cancer screening device to increase equity in breast care by increasing access to safe and affordable screening.
Our Mission
Tiro Imaging is currently looking to raise capital to upgrade the existing, patented prototype and run a second clinical trial with Canterbury Breastcare. We have made contact with NZ VCs and are also looking for US investors.
“Non-invasive breast Cancer Diagnosis”
BENEFITS
Portable And Radiation-free
The machine is completely portable with no infrastructure requirement, meaning it could be used in a GP clinic, gym, marae, or utilised in pop-up screening initiatives to increase equity of access for women living rurally. Further, it is radiation-free, making it safe for women of all ages, increasing equity of age.
Patient Comfort -
No Breast Compression
The technology does not involve breast compression and instead uses low-amplitude (2mm) vibrations applied to the breast. Screening time will reduce with further testing as well as increased ergonomic design to maximise patient comfort. One woman even fell asleep during the trial!
Automated Diagnosis - Reduced Screening Costs
Diagnosis using this technology is algorithm based utilising the high contrast (400-1000%) in stiffness between healthy and cancerous tissue. Current optimisation of diagnostic methods show sensitivity of 92–100%. This removes the need for skilled personnel to interpret results and reduces the cost of screening.