Modeling of Electrochemical Treatment for Early Detection of Tumor Cells

By applying a constant uninterrupted current via more than two electrodes put inside alternatively close to the tumour, tumours can be treated electrochemically (EChT). To develop a reliable dose-planning system, it is essential to understand the underlying mechanism of destruction of EChT. One method for doing this is mathematical modelling. Through modelling of the anode processes, the importance of chlorine in the underlying EChT degradation mechanism has been made clear. It has been found that the production of hydrogen ions depends significantly on tissue and chlorine activities. The amount of these processes that contribute to the tissue’s acidity near to the anode and the applied current density are highly connected. Throughout the course of the treatment, early deduction time is utilised.