Hyperthermia can be divided into three main approaches based on the size of the area heated — local, regional, and whole-body — each suited to different situations and based on different technical principles. This category provides a general introduction to these classifications and related engineering principles. Content is technical in nature and does not compare the efficacy of specific products.
This category provides general technical educational content. Classification and technical characteristics vary by the device used, and actual suitability must be assessed by a physician based on the individual patient’s condition.
Local Hyperthermia
Local hyperthermia heats a small area of the body or a specific tumor site. The …
Learn more →Regional Hyperthermia
Regional hyperthermia heats a larger area of the body, such as an organ, body …
Learn more →Whole-Body Hyperthermia
Whole-body hyperthermia raises the temperature of the entire body into the …
Learn more →Energy Source Comparison
Different hyperthermia devices use different forms of energy. Common sources …
Learn more →Energy Delivery Systems
Hyperthermia devices generally couple energy into body tissue through electrodes …
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