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Experimental evaluation of the effective ablation zone on ex-vivo bovine liver samples

  • National University of Ireland

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Abstract

Microwave thermal ablation is under investigation for minimally invasive treatments. In the cases of small targets, such as adrenal glands, microwave thermal ablation is a valuable alternative to the traditional and more invasive treatments (e.g. surgical procedures, pharmaceutical therapies). In this work, ablation treatments are carried out on ex-vivo liver samples using a custom developed microwave ablation applicator for ablation of small targets. Ablation zones achieved with different treatment settings are analysed. The power and time settings suitable to achieve a small and well controlled ablation zone, are evaluated. Moreover, the temperature increase in different regions of the area under treatment is assessed.

Original languageEnglish (Ireland)
Title of host publication2018 EMF-Med 1st World Conference on Biomedical Applications of Electromagnetic Fields (EMF-Med)
Place of PublicationSplit
PublisherInstitute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.
ISBN (Electronic)9789532900798
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 1 Sep 2018
Event1st EMF-Med World Conference on Biomedical Applications of Electromagnetic Fields, EMF-Med 2018 - Split, Croatia
Duration: 10 Sep 201813 Sep 2018

Publication series

NameEMF-Med 2018 - 1st EMF-Med World Conference on Biomedical Applications of Electromagnetic Fields and COST EMF-MED Final Event with 6th MCM

Conference

Conference1st EMF-Med World Conference on Biomedical Applications of Electromagnetic Fields, EMF-Med 2018
Country/TerritoryCroatia
CitySplit
Period10/09/1813/09/18

Keywords

  • Antenna
  • Microwave thermal ablation
  • Small target

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