Theoretical comparison of the SAR distributions from arrays of modified current sheet applicators with that of lucite cone applicators using Gaussian beam modelling

International Journal of Hyperthermia

Volumn 17, Issue 1, 2001, Pages 82-96

  Rietveld, P J M ^a   Stakenborg, J ^a   Cetas, T C ^a   Lumori, M L D ^a   Van Rhoon, G C ^a  

^a ERASMUS MEDICAL CENTER   (Netherlands)

Author keywords

Gaussian beam modelling; Microwave antenna; Quality assurance; SAR distribution; Superficial hyperthermia

Indexed keywords

ANTENNA; ARTICLE; BIOMEDICAL TECHNOLOGY ASSESSMENT; COMPARATIVE STUDY; HYPERTHERMIC THERAPY; PHANTOM; QUALITY CONTROL; RADIATION APPLICATOR; RADIATION DEPTH DOSE; RADIATION DOSE DISTRIBUTION; STRUCTURE ACTIVITY RELATION;

EID: 0035177082     PISSN: 02656736     EISSN: None     Source Type: Journal    
DOI: 10.1080/02656730150201615     Document Type: Article

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