MR thermometry characterization of a hyperthermia ultrasound array designed using the <it>k</it>-space computational method
<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Ultrasound induced hyperthermia is a useful adjuvant to radiation therapy in the treatment of prostate cancer. A uniform thermal dose (43°C for 30 minutes) is required within the targeted cancerous volume for effective therapy. This...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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BMC
2006-10-01
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Series: | BioMedical Engineering OnLine |
Online Access: | http://www.biomedical-engineering-online.com/content/5/1/56 |