Microwave surface ablation using conical probe

摘要: An electromagnetic surgical ablation probe having a conical hood reflector and method of manufacture thereof is disclosed. The disclosed includes shaft assembly that has coaxial feedline core an inner conductor outer separated by insulating layer. A tubular catheter disposed coaxially around the configured to deliver coolant, such as saline or deionized water, coolant chamber at distal end formed within reflector. radiating section may have conical, cylindrical, other suitable shape. membrane across opening seals chamber, conform tissue contours during use. resilient aperture be included periphery hood. include angled section, adjustable and, additionally alternatively, malleable section.