No significant difference in intra-articular temperature with standard and plasma RF ablation in RCR
Comparison Between 2 Types of Radiofrequency Ablation Systems in Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair: A Randomized Controlled Trial
Orthop J Sports Med. 2019 Apr 3;7(4):2325967119835224.44 patients scheduled for a rotator cuff repair (RCR) were randomized to receive standard or plasma radiofrequency (RF) ablation for the clearance of soft tissue and preparation for RCR. The outcomes of interest included intra-operative temperature, the number of ports, temperature time, diathermy time, pump pressure, and the incidence of articular chondrolysis. Follow up was performed intra-operatively and at 6 months post-operation. Results revealed no significant differences between the standard and plasma RF groups in all outcomes.
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