Analytical, Diagnostic and Therapeutic Techniques, and Equipment

Diathermy

The induction of local hyperthermia by either short radio waves or high-frequency sound waves.

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The induction of local hyperthermia by either short radio waves or high-frequency sound waves.

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1 entry terms
  • Diathermies

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Indexed with the subheadings adverse effects, classification, economics, ethics, history, instrumentation, methods, mortality, nursing, psychology, standards, statistics & numerical data, trends, veterinary.

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  1. E02w.565w.280w

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References

  1. National Library of Medicine. Diathermy. Medical Subject Headings (MeSH). 2026. Unique ID D003972. http://id.nlm.nih.gov/mesh/2026/D003972
  2. Diathermy. In: Wikipedia. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Diathermy
  3. Diathermy. In: Wikidata. https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q533734