Thermal modelling using discrete vasculature for thermal therapy: A review

H Petra Kok1, Johanna Gellermann, Cornelis A T van den Berg

  • 1Department of Radiation Oncology, Academic Medical Center, University of Amsterdam, Meibergdreef 9, Amsterdam, The Netherlands. H.P.Kok@amc.uva.nl

Summary

Accurate 3D temperature monitoring is crucial for hyperthermia and thermal ablation. Thermal modeling with discrete vasculature offers improved treatment planning and real-time feedback for better patient outcomes.

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