Development of a 27.12 MHz CC-LCF intraluminal applicator for hyperthermia of the esophagus

J. Crezee, H. J. Harms, H. J. Boluijt, J. Sijbrands, M. C.C.M. Hulshof, H. P. Kok

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Abstract

Esophageal tumors can be treated with radiation combined with hyperthermia. This study investigated the design of a 27.12 MHz capacitively coupled intraluminal applicator for hyperthermia of the esophagus to be used in combination with external locoregional heating. It consists of four independent electrodes mounted on an inflatable balloon catheter, 10mm each, Measured SAR penetration depth is 4.5mm. Spatial steering is excellent and will prove useful in heterogeneous tumors. Combination with locoregional heating showed a strong increase in temperature rise. Next step is application in esophageal cancer.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationEuropean Microwave Week 2015
Subtitle of host publication"Freedom Through Microwaves", EuMW 2015 - Conference Proceedings; 2015 45th European Microwave Conference Proceedings, EuMC
PublisherInstitute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.
Pages769-772
Number of pages4
ISBN (Electronic)9782874870392
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2 Dec 2015
Event45th European Microwave Conference, EuMC 2015 - Paris, France
Duration: 7 Sept 201510 Sept 2015

Publication series

NameEuropean Microwave Week 2015: "Freedom Through Microwaves", EuMW 2015 - Conference Proceedings; 2015 45th European Microwave Conference Proceedings, EuMC

Conference

Conference45th European Microwave Conference, EuMC 2015
Country/TerritoryFrance
CityParis
Period7/09/201510/09/2015

Keywords

  • RF heating
  • hyperthermia
  • tumor

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