Results for tag: "Hyperthermia Device"

The Hyperthermia Device market is a segment of the Medical Devices industry that focuses on the use of heat to treat cancer and other diseases. Hyperthermia devices are used to raise the temperature of a localized area of the body to a level that is higher than normal body temperature. This can be done through the use of external or internal heating sources. External sources include radiofrequency, microwave, and ultrasound, while internal sources include implanted electrodes and radioactive seeds. Hyperthermia devices are used to treat a variety of cancers, including prostate, breast, and brain cancer. They are also used to treat other diseases, such as rheumatoid arthritis and multiple sclerosis. Hyperthermia devices are used in combination with other treatments, such as chemotherapy and radiation therapy, to improve the effectiveness of the treatment. Some companies in the Hyperthermia Device market include Philips Healthcare, BSD Medical Corporation, Misonix, Inc., and Celsion Corporation. Show Less Read more