Hyperthermia: principles and quality assurance.
The methods of energy deposition, the power absorbtion properties of biological tissues and the basic components of a typical hyperthermia system are described. In addition, the clinical requirements of hyperthermia treatment are discussed. A perspective on treatment planning and quality control is presented.
Paliwal
B R
BR
University of Wisconsin, Human Oncology Department, Madison 53792.
Shrivastava
P N
PN
Haney
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P
D003972:Diathermy / Q000592:standards*; D006801:Humans; D006979:Hyperthermia, Induced / Q000592:standards*; D008872:Microwaves / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D011785:Quality Assurance, Health Care; D011786:Quality Control