Development of an ultrasound-guided radiofrequency ablation technique in the equine cadaveric distal limb: histological findings and potential for treating chronic lameness
The PDNs were easily visualized and reached with the RF needle by US in-plane-guided technique. RFA produced axonal thermal damage and intensity-related coagulation effectiveness. To ensure effective nerve coagulation, it is crucial that the needle is accurately positioned in close proximity to the target nerve. Based on the histopathological findings, HIGH and VERY HIGH RFA treatments might be worth of being tested <i>in vivo</i> in clinical studies aimed at treating chronic lameness of the distal forelimb in horses.
Authors
- Federica Alessandra Brioschi (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-5321-0410)
- P. Riccaboni (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-6783-7265)
- Giuliano Ravasio (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-5292-8722)
- Luigi Auletta (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-1624-4240)
- P. Roccabianca (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-3672-4612)
- Silvia Dell’Aere (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4927-7580)
- Vanessa Rabbogliatti (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-3149-4643)
- Martina Amari (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-3736-6834)
Institutions
- University of Milan (IT)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Frontiers in Veterinary Science
- Published
- 2024-08-23
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.3389/fvets.2024.1437989
- Citations
- 2
- Primary Topic
- Veterinary Equine Medical Research
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 1.44