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Because of the short wavelength of ultrasound beams, they can be effectively focussed so that improved temperature profiles at depths in the body can be achieved. These are also unusual properties of these intense ultrasound beams that have the potential of enhancing effects.
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Hunt, J.W. (1987). Discussion: Ultrasound Hyperthermia. In: Field, S.B., Franconi, C. (eds) Physics and Technology of Hyperthermia. NATO ASI Series, vol 127. Springer, Dordrecht. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-94-009-3597-6_37
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