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Abstract

An instrument for electrochemical treatment of the human body or of an animal body is disclosed. The instrument is useful for the destruction of tumor tissues. One or several electrodes are furnished for insertion into the body to be treated. A direct current generator (1) generates a DC voltage. Connection lines (2,3,3') for the generated direct current power are connectable to the generator. A switching box (9) inserted into the connection lines for a selection of electrode polarity. At least one trocar sleeve (7,7') is connected with a first end to the connection lines., At least one trocar thorn (12) is insertable into the trocar sleeve. At least one electrode (5,5') is insertable into the trocar sleeve such that an end of the electrode (5,5') protrudes from a second end of the trocar sleeve. Tumors having sizes up to about 50 centimeters diameter can be treated with the instrument.

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