A photoacoustic sensor for monitoring in situ temperature during HIFU exposures

High‐intensity focused ultrasound (HIFU) is a viable treatment option for small tumors. This study investigates the feasibility of employing a photoacoustic (PA) sensor to monitor the in situ temperature rise during HIFU exposures. The present method also provides means to simultaneously monitor ine...

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Main Authors: Chitnis, P, McLaughlan, J, Mamou, J, Murray, T, Roy, R
Format: Conference item
Published: AIP Publishing 2010