Radiofrequency thermocoagulation
| Radiofrequency thermocoagulation | |
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| Other names | RFTC |
Radiofrequency thermocoagulation is a thermal pain treatment procedure. For example, percutaneous intradiscal radiofrequency thermocoagulation (PIRFT) involves the placement of an electrode or catheter into the intervertebral disc and applying an alternating radiofrequency current.