A method and device delivers microwave power to an antenna through a
coaxial cable utilizing air or other gases as its dielectric core. The
cable includes supports made of low-loss materials to keep the inner
conductor centered in the cable, and defining spaces therebetween for the
air or gas. Channels in the supports allow the air or gas to circulate in
the cable. The gas may be chilled or cooled to provide an addition level
of heat dissipation. The device enables delivery of large amounts of
power to tissue without undue heating of the feed cable or peripheral
tissues, and without increasing the diameter of the feeding cable or
antenna, keeping the antenna safe for percutaneous use.