Title :
High permittivity patch radiator for single and multi-element hyperthermia applicators
Author :
Andreuccetti, Daniele ; Bini, Marco ; Ignesti, A. ; Olmi, Roberto ; Priori, Saverio ; Vanni, Riccardo
Author_Institution :
Nat. Res. Council, Firenze, Italy
fDate :
7/1/1993 12:00:00 AM
Abstract :
A compact, low-profile patch radiator which is the base element for efficient, small-size applicators suitable for superficial hyperthermia is described. The design criteria and the technological processes involved are presented. The electromagnetic characteristics of the patch element are outlined, and possible application of the radiator are discussed.
Keywords :
biomedical equipment; biothermics; radiation therapy; compact low-profile patch radiator; design criteria; electromagnetic characteristics; high permittivity patch radiator; medical instrumentation; multi-element hyperthermia applicators; single element applicators; superficial hyperthermia; technological processes; Animals; Applicators; Biomedical measurements; Cancer; Coils; Electromagnetic radiation; Hyperthermia; Magnetic field measurement; Magnetic fields; Mice; Permittivity; Ceramics; Electromagnetics; Equipment Design; Humans; Hyperthermia, Induced; Mathematics; Models, Structural; Water;
Journal_Title :
Biomedical Engineering, IEEE Transactions on
