Unlock the Power of Heat in Oncology: A Comprehensive Guide

Heat has emerged as a vital component in the destruction of cancerous tumors, offering a promising avenue for cancer treatment. However, harnessing its potential requires a deep understanding of the propagation of thermal energy, induced heating, and tissue responses to heat.

A thorough grasp of these concepts is crucial to safely and successfully apply heat-based technologies in clinical oncology. The Application of Heat in Oncology provides clinicians, technicians, and researchers with a comprehensive overview of the principles and practices involved in this innovative field.

Comprehensive Coverage of Heat-Based Cancer Treatment

This essential resource delves into the physics and thermodynamics of induced heat, providing a detailed introduction to the subject. It also explores the clinical applications of heat-based technologies, including:

• Energy delivery methods (RF, MW, ultrasound, laser, cryoagents, hyperthermia, nanoparticles, etc.)
• Temperature assessment and damage evaluation
• Image guidance and more

In addition, readers will find guidelines for safely and effectively applying heat in oncological practice, as well as a summary of current practice and suggestions for future areas of technological improvement.

An Indispensable Resource for Oncology Professionals

The Application of Heat in Oncology is an invaluable guide for medical students, residents, researchers, engineers, radiologists, surgeons, and all clinicians working in the field of cancer treatment.

Publisher: Wiley
Publication Date: September 13, 2023
Language: English
ISBN: 9781119799597, 9781119799603