African Journal of Biotechnology Vol. 2 (11), pp. 453-459, November 2003

ISSN 1684-5315  © 2003 Academic Journals

Full Length Research Paper

Effects of microwave heating on the thermal states of biological tissues

Nabil T. M. El-dabe, Mona A. A. Mohamed and Asma. F. El-Sayed

Math. Department, Faculty of Education, Ain Shams University, Heliopolis, Cairo, Egypt.

*Correspondence author. E-mail: sky_12@masrawy.com.

Accepted 28 September 2003

A mathematical analysis of microwave heating equations in one-dimensional multi-layer model has been discussed. Maxwell's equations and transient bioheat transfer equation were numerically calculated by using finite difference method to predict the effects of thermal physical properties on the transient temperature of biological tissues. This prediction of the temperature evolution in biological bodies can be used as an effective tool for thermal diagnostics in medical practices.

Key words: Microwave heating, Maxwell's equations, bioheat, multi layer.