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Comparison of radiofrequency treatment and mechanical debridement of fibrillated cartilage in an equine model
Summary
Objective: To compare a radiofrequency energy (RFE) prototype probe to mechanical debridement (MD) and a commercially available RFE system used for chondroplasty in the treatment of an experimentally created partial thickness cartilage lesion in horses. The study design was experimental, randomized complete block, n=8, using fifteen mature ponies. Methods: Grade 2 to 3 cartilage lesions were prepared in both patellae. After 10 months duration, the injuries were used to study the effects of MD, a commercially available bipolar RFE device (CoVac 50; ArthroCare Corporation) and a prototype monopolar RFE device (Smith & Nephew Endoscopy). Six months after treatment the patellae were examined for chondrocyte viability and cartilage structure. Results: Mean depth of cell death was significantly different among groups (controls, MDKeywords
arthroscopy, cartilage, Chondrocyte, equine, radiofrequency energy
DOI
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