The use of radiofrequency energy for arthroscopic chondroplasty in the knee.
Arthroscopy
; 27(5): 695-703, 2011 May.
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ABSTRACT
We present a review of the current literature surrounding the use of radiofrequency energy for arthroscopic chondroplasty in the knee. This review article summarizes basic science, clinical efficacy, and recent advances in the understanding of radiofrequency energy use for the treatment of chondral lesions. Laboratory evidence of increased mechanical stability and decreased release of inflammatory mediators associated with the use of radiofrequency energy chondroplasty is described with clinical evidence of decreased pain and increased functional scores when compared with mechanical chondroplasty. We re-examine concerns about the immediate side effects of radiofrequency energy use, including damage to local structures, in light of new potentially contradictory results, as well as the progression of techniques and probe design. However, although reported complications are few, because the quality of clinical evidence about safety and efficacy remains low, we suggest cautious and judicious use of this technology until future research has clearly defined the long-term clinical outcomes and risks.
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Colección:
01-internacional
Base de datos:
MEDLINE
Asunto principal:
Artroscopía
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Cartílago Articular
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Ablación por Catéter
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Articulación de la Rodilla
Tipo de estudio:
Etiology_studies
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Prognostic_studies
Límite:
Animals
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Humans
Idioma:
En
Revista:
Arthroscopy
Asunto de la revista:
ORTOPEDIA
Año:
2011
Tipo del documento:
Article
País de afiliación:
Reino Unido