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Applications of alternating magnetic fields on magnetic nanoparticles

US8251885B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateSep 22, 2009
Grant dateAug 28, 2012
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Expiry dateNov 5, 2030

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61N2/02
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

Embodiments include applying or generating an alternating magnetic field near an affected area of a subject to be treated. When magnetic nanoparticles are located in the affected area, the magnetic nanoparticles are oscillated by the alternating magnetic field, which causes the magnetic nanoparticles to be dispersed within the affected area, break up the affected area, and/or heat the affected area.

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