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Hyperthermia, Induced
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Definition
: Abnormally high temperature intentionally induced in living things regionally or whole body. It is most often induced by radiation (heat waves, infra-red), ultrasound, or drugs.
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See Also
Hot Temperature
Examples
Ammotherapy
;
Diathermy
;
Steam Bath
Other names
Thermotherapy; Hyperthermia, Therapeutic; Hyperthermia, Local; Fever Therapy; Local Hyperthermia; Therapy, Fever; Therapeutic Hyperthermia; Induced Hyperthermia