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The cooling performance of a cryoprobe: establishing guidelines for the safety margins in cryosurgery.

• Author(s) : SHURRAB M., WANG H., KUBO N., et al.
• Publication date: 2016/07
• Languages : English
• Keywords : Safety, Cryoprobe, Temperature, Cooling, Performance, Cryosurgery, Distribution
• Source: International Journal of Refrigeration - Revue Internationale du Froid - vol. 67
• Formats : PDF

Two-phase heat transfer model for multiprobe cryosurgery.

• Author(s) : ZHANG X., CHAPTAL HOSSAIN S. M., ZHAO G., et al.
• Publication date: 2017/02/25
• Languages : English
• Keywords : Two-phase flow, Cryoprobe, Cancer, Heat transfer, Modelling, Cryosurgery
• Source: Applied Thermal Engineering - vol. 113

Three-dimensional numerical simulation of the effects of fractal vascular trees on tissue temperature and intracelluar ice formation during combined cancer therapy of cryosurgery and hyperthermia.

• Author(s) : WANG Z., ZHAO G., WANG T., et al.
• Publication date: 2015/11/05
• Languages : English
• Keywords : Cryotherapy, Cancer, Simulation, Cryosurgery
• Source: Applied Thermal Engineering - vol. 90

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Numerical simulation of controlled precision cryosurgery using argon Joule–Thomson and liquid nitrogen evaporation cryoprobes.

• Author(s) : BURKOV I. A., PUSHKAREV A. V., RYABIKIN S. S., SHAKUROV A. V., TSIGANOV D. I., ZHERDEV A. A.
• Publication date: 2022/01
• Languages : English
• Keywords : Cryosurgery, Cryoprobe, Cooling capacity, Joule-Thomson, Simulation, Tissue, Expérimentation, Temperature, Liquid nitrogen
• Source: International Journal of Refrigeration - Revue Internationale du Froid - vol. 133
• Formats : PDF

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Design of closed-loop mixed refrigerant Joule-Thomson cryosurgical probe with precooling stage.

• Author(s) : LEE C., YOO J., PARK I., et al.
• Publication date: 2015/08/16
• Languages : English
• Keywords : Precooling, Joule-Thomson, Design, Probe, Cryosurgery, Refrigerant
• Source: Proceedings of the 24th IIR International Congress of Refrigeration: Yokohama, Japan, August 16-22, 2015.
• Formats : PDF

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May the surgery be a source of happiness?!

• Author(s) : BUTORINA A., VOZDVIZHENSKIY I., ARKHAROV A., et al.
• Publication date: 2017/05/15
• Languages : English
• Keywords : Irradiation, Cryotreatment, Tumour, Laser, Expérimentation, Destruction, Cryosurgery, Coagulation
• Source: Cryogenics 2017. Proceedings of the 14^th IIR International Conference: Dresden, Germany, Mai 15-19, 2017.
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Operating mode of Joule–Thomson microchannel argon cryoprobe for precision cryoablation.

• Author(s) : PUSHKAREV A. V., SAAKYAN N. Y., RYABIKIN S. S.
• Publication date: 2021/10/05
• Languages : English
• Keywords : Cryosurgery, Cryoablation, Joule-Thomson, Microchannel, Argon, Cryoprobe, Operation, Expérimentation
• Source: Cryogenics 2021 online. Proceedings of the 16^th IIR International Conference, October 5-7, 2021.
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Closed cycle cryosurgical device with phase separator and mixed refrigerant.

• Author(s) : KROTOV A., SAMOKHVALOV Y., VERKHOVNY A., et al.
• Publication date: 2019/05/08
• Languages : English
• Keywords : Separation, Phase, Skin, Mixture, Hydrocarbon, Expérimentation, Cryosurgery, Refrigerant, Heat exchanger
• Source: Cryogenics 2019. Proceedings of the 15^th IIR International Conference: Prague, Czech Republic, April 8-11, 2019.
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Surface heat transfer characteristics of R404A pulsed spray cooling with an expansion-chambered nozzle for laser dermatology.

• Author(s) : WANG R., ZHOU Z., CHEN B., et al.
• Publication date: 2015/12
• Languages : English
• Keywords : Surgery, Spray cooling, Nozzle, Heat transfer, R404A, Laser, Expérimentation, Cryosurgery
• Source: International Journal of Refrigeration - Revue Internationale du Froid - vol. 60
• Formats : PDF

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Cryopreservation of human cardiovascular tissues: clinical application and storage devices.

• Author(s) : MOTOMURA N.
• Publication date: 2019/08/24
• Languages : English
• Keywords : Surgery, Generality, Cryotherapy, Medicine, Liquid nitrogen, Cryopreservation, Cryosurgery, Heart
• Source: Proceedings of the 25^th IIR International Congress of Refrigeration: Montréal , Canada, August 24-30, 2019.
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Improved percutaneous CT fluoroscopy-guided cryoablation technique for osteoid osteoma: a report of two cases.

• Author(s) : MIYAZAKI M., SAITO K., YANAGAWA T., et al.
• Publication date: 2016/03
• Languages : English
• Source: Low Temperature Medicine - vol. 41 - n. 2
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Impact of regular cold exposure on electrodermal activity in older patients with joint degenerative diseases.

• Author(s) : MACHNIA M., DOUZI W., JDIDI H., MILLER E., DUGUE B.
• Publication date: 2023/08/21
• Languages : English
• Source: Proceedings of the 26^th IIR International Congress of Refrigeration: Paris , France, August 21-25, 2023.
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Is whole-body cryostimulation useful in post-Covid19 condition ? Preliminary results from an Italian experience.

• Author(s) : PITERA P., VERME F., CATTALDO S., BRUNANI A., FONTANA J. M., CAPODAGLIO P.
• Publication date: 2023/08/21
• Languages : English
• Source: Proceedings of the 26^th IIR International Congress of Refrigeration: Paris , France, August 21-25, 2023.
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Popularity and achievements in using whole body cryotherapy (WBC) as a therapy supporting the treatment of multiple sclerosis in Poland.

• Author(s) : MILLER E.
• Publication date: 2023/08/21
• Languages : English
• Source: Proceedings of the 26^th IIR International Congress of Refrigeration: Paris , France, August 21-25, 2023.
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Difference in skin temp variation during a whole-body cryotherapy exposure in males and females.

• Author(s) : BOUZIGON R., POLITOFF M., PETIT H., DUPUY O., DUGUE B.
• Publication date: 2023/08/21
• Languages : English
• Source: Proceedings of the 26^th IIR International Congress of Refrigeration: Paris , France, August 21-25, 2023.
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Briefs: International Congress of Cryosurgery in Beijing in 2005

International Congress of Cryosurgery in Beijing in 2005 On September 12, 2003 the International Society of Cryosurgery (ISC) and the European Society of Cryosurgery (ESC) decided to merge into one society called the International Society of...

• Publication date : 2004/04/28

Breakthrough fluorescent imaging for precise cancer cryosurgery

Researchers at NYU Abu Dhabi (NYUAD) have developed a specialised nanoscale material that illuminates cancer cells under freezing conditions, enhancing surgeons’ ability to detect and remove cancer cells during...

• Publication date : 2025/04/10
• Subjects: Technology

Cryotherapy state-of-the-art and challenges in Poland

In a presentation entitled Cryotherapy State-of-the-art and Challenges in Poland, Dr M. Chorowski covers many aspects of cryotherapy and cryosurgery in Poland.

• Publication date : 2012/12/18

A review of cryoablation for cancer treatment

According to a review article, “cryoablation is a well-established therapeutic regime for the treatment of numerous cancers.” Often thought of as a simple ablative process, it is now seen as “a sophisticated, combinatorial therapy involving a...

• Publication date : 2014/09/07

Biological effects of low temperature

In the past couple of decades, the use of cryosurgery for the treatment of tumours, i.e. destroying abnormal lesions while protecting surrounding tissues, has spread. The biological effects of cryosurgery can be divided into 2 types: early/direct...

• Publication date : 2005/06/14

Refrigeration, a key player in the fight against cancer

Refrigeration technologies are an essential part of the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of several cancers.

• Publication date : 2024/02/02
• Subjects: General information

Report on "Cryogen-Expo" 2004, Moscow

The 3rd International Specialized Trade Fair "Cryogen-Expo", was held in Moscow on November 16-19, 2004. The main purpose of this successful event was to demonstrate and promote the achievements of cryogenic engineering and applied technologies in...

• Publication date : 2004/12/22

Modern cryosurgical techniques and devices

Since the 80’s, device miniaturization makes it possible to introduce endoscopic cryoprobes through natural channels (bronchia, urethra…) without requiring traditional surgery.

• Publication date : 2014/03/11

Honey is an efficient natural cryoprotectant in fertility preservation

While several review articles point to the need for new, effective and less toxic cryoprotectants, honey has proven to be an effective non-penetrating...

• Publication date : 2022/03/31
• Subjects: Technology

Cryoablation for breast cancer treatment

According to IceCure Medical, a doctor working under a research protocol at Kameda Medical Centre, Japan, has treated 58 breast cancer patients with cryoablation over the last six years. As of now, none of the patients have suffered from a tumour...

• Publication date : 2013/09/18

Hypothermia and head injury: a new study

According to certain researchers, hypothermia should not be used to treat traumatic brain injuries.

• Publication date : 2015/11/01

Cryoablation benefits

Cryoablation involving freezing balloon technology is claimed to enable highly precise targeting of the tissues to be destroyed without damaging the surrounding tissues.

• Publication date : 2012/04/18

Wales to launches its own deep freeze ahead of the Six Nations Championship

Wales is to build a cryotherapy chamber at its rugby training base near Cardiff in time for next year’s Six Nations Championship.

• Publication date : 2013/01/28

Cryotherapy benefits

- Insep, the French institute dealing with sport, expertise and performance (Institut national du sport, de l’expertise et de la performance) is using cryotherapy on a large scale. Athletes in bathing costumes don gloves, slippers and a...

• Publication date : 2011/06/20

Cooling to heal

Therapeutic hypothermia cools the body of patients who have suffered brain damage to a moderate temperature (between 32°C and 34°C) in order to slow the deterioration process.

• Publication date : 2014/11/24

Dr. Sumida : 80 and still active

On July 6, 2013, the International Cryosurgery Forum at Toho University, in Tokyo, Japan, was dedicated to the Celebration of the 80th Jubilee of Dr. Sajio Sumida, one of the pioneers of modern cryomedicine and honorary member of the IIR.

• Publication date : 2013/09/11

Cryotherapy is going well!

Report of the IIR Deputy Director General, Ina Colombo, on the 3rd IIR Conference on Cold Applications in Life Sciences which was held in St Petersburg in Russia.

• Publication date : 2018/10/18

International events: Tokyo

Cryomedicine - Constant Progress in Cryomedicine, an IIR-co-sponsored event, was held in Tokyo, Japan, on November 27-29, 2009. It attracted 180 attendees from 8 countries and 40 papers were presented. Three prizes were awarded: Dr Nikolai Korpan...

• Publication date : 2010/03/07

Conference reports

Several IIR-co-sponsored events took place at the end of 2010: - The Pôle Cristal Symposium held in Dinan, France, on October 7-8, 2010 attracted 220 attendees. Sixteen papers were presented. - The International Congress...

• Publication date : 2011/02/07

New challenges in “Cold Applications in Life Sciences"

Following the 2nd IIR Workshop on "Cold Applications in Life Sciences", Ralf Herzog, President of IIR Section A, has summarized key information in this field, in a new thematic file that you can find on the IIR website.

• Publication date : 2016/10/17

The essential role of refrigeration in the combat against COVID-19

Statement of the International Institute of Refrigeration calling governments to consider refrigeration-related services as “essential services” in the context of the current health crisis due to COVID-19.

• Publication date : 2020/04/14
• Subjects: Figures, economy, Regulation, Technology, Developing country, Environment, General information

IIR Working Group on whole-body cryotherapy or cryostimulation

A presentation of this IIR Working Group took place during the French Association of Refrigeration (AFF) Orientation Committee in January.

• Publication date : 2018/03/22

Healthcare ColDays 2022: innovations in refrigeration and health

The French Association of Refrigeration (Association Française du Froid) is organising a day dedicated to the latest technical and scientific developments in the field of refrigeration and health on 26 April...

• Publication date : 2022/02/04

New IIR Informatory Note: “Whole Body Cryotherapy/Cryostimulation”

Learn about the latest advances and the challenges related to these rapidly developing techniques.

• Publication date : 2020/10/22

FRIDOC now features a selection of MDPI articles on refrigeration

About 150 articles from MDPI journals, including review articles on various refrigeration technologies, are available in FRIDOC.

• Publication date : 2022/07/28
• Subjects: General information

Download the latest technical papers from the IIR Cryogenics Conference

Held on 8-11 April this year, the 15th IIR Cryogenics Conference welcomed over 120 guests from more than 22 countries.

• Publication date : 2019/07/02