Bipolar Radiofrequency Ablation Does Not Result in Full-Thickness Articular Cartilage Penetration: An Ex Vivo Bovine Investigation

Purpose: To evaluate the depth of penetration of manufacturer-recommended bipolar radiofrequency (BRF) output in healthy hyaline cartilage. Methods: Two matched knees from a bovine specimen were harvested for immediate testing. BRF probes were used to treat the articular cartilage in a hydrated nonc...

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Main Authors: Anthony N. Khoury, Ph.D., Maxwell J. Krupp, B.Sc., Andrea M. Matuska, Ph.D., Darren J. Friedman, M.D.
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Elsevier 2022-06-01
Series:Arthroscopy, Sports Medicine, and Rehabilitation
Online Access:http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2666061X2200030X