Radiofrequency Tumor Ablation: Insight into Improved Efficacy Using Computer Modeling

1 April 2005

journal article
review article
Published by American Roentgen Ray Society in American Journal of Roentgenology

Vol. 184 (4) , 1347-1352
https://doi.org/10.2214/ajr.184.4.01841347

Abstract

OBJECTIVE. To use computer modeling of the Bio-Heat equation to demonstrate factors influencing RF ablation tissue heating. CONCLUSION. Computer modeling demonstrates the importance of energy deposition, tumor and background tissue electrical and thermal conductivity, and perfusion on RF ablation outcomes.

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