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Arthroscopic radiofrequency chondroplasty for discrete chondral defects of the knee

  • Interventional procedures guidance
  • Reference number: IPG493
  • Published:  27 May 2014

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This procedure should only be done by health professionals with special training in keyhole surgery using radiofrequency ablation, and they should take particular care to avoid burn injuries.

This page was last updated: 01 June 2014


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