Use of depth dependent attenuation characteristics of thermal energy deposition to increase spatial uniformity of HIFU ablation in large uterine fibroids
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Abstract
Purpose: In high intensity focused ultrasound (HIFU) treatment of large fibroid, depth dependent attenuation of thermal deposition leads to insufficient temperature rise for necrosis in deeper tissue. The