Radiofrequency ablation is a medical procedure where part of the electrical conduction system of dysfunctional tissue is ablated using high frequency alternating current to treat a medical disorder. An important advantage of RF current (over previously used low frequency AC or pulses of DC) is that it does not directly stimulate nerves and can, therefore, often be used without the need for general anaesthetic. RFA has become increasingly accepted in the last fifteen years with promising results.
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• CERVICAL RFA
• THORACIC RFA
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