GPU-Accelerated real time simulation of Radio Frequency Ablation thermal dose

In this paper we present results showing that Graphic Processing Units (GPUs) can be used to accelerate the simulation of the thermal field dose during Radio Frequency Ablation (RFA). Specifically we show that this simulation can be conducted in real-time, allowing the development of intraoperative guidance platforms that track and display the thermal lesion as it forms during the intervention. Real time simulation has not been reported before, and has been a critical factor preventing development of intraoperative guidance tools.