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Published on: September 26, 2014
Applications of Microwave Energy in Medicine
Alexandra Gartshore1, Matt Kidd2, Lovleen Tina Joshi1
1School of Biomedical Science, University of Plymouth, Plymouth PL4 8AA, UK.
Abstract:
Microwaves are a highly utilized electromagnetic wave, used across a range of industries including food processing, communications, in the development of novel medical treatments and biosensor diagnostics. Microwaves have known thermal interactions and theorized non-thermal interactions with living matter; however, there is significant debate as to the mechanisms of action behind these interactions and the potential benefits and limitations of their use. This review summarizes the current knowledge surrounding the implementation of microwave technologies within the medical industry.
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