Clinical local heating by microwaves
Scott, R.M.; Cheung, A.Y.; Samaras, G.M.
National Cancer Institute Monograph 61: 351-355
1982
ISSN/ISBN: 0083-1921 PMID: 6757752 Document Number: 182887
The advantages and limitations of microwave heating in clinical thermotherapy are reviewed on the basis of the clinical experiences of various investigators who used microwave-induced hyperthermia. Also discussed are the clinical engineering system requirements necessary for conducting controlled clinical trials, as well as appropriate thermal treatment planning. Lastly, we present the future prospects for complex antennas and treatment control systems.