Neurotherm NT2000iX Generador De Radiofrecuencia

HOW IS THE NEUROTHERM RF GENERATOR USED IN THE MEDICAL FIELD?

The Neurotherm NT2000iX is a pulsed radiofrequency (PRF) generator , a therapeutic modality with many potential applications in pain management. PRF is a treatment for many clinical conditions, including trigeminal neuralgia, complex regional pain syndrome, chronic post-surgical pain, cancer pain, hyperhidrosis, and facet joint pain requiring ablation of various nerve locations. A variation of conventional continuous radiofrequency (CRF), which has been used since the mid-1970s, PRF offers the advantage of pain control without the tissue destruction and painful aftereffects associated with CRF. Using a pulsed radiofrequency device like the Neurotherm NT2000iX is non-neurodestructive and technically less painful.

UNDERSTANDING THE MECHANISM OF A RADIOFREQUENCY GENERATOR

Alternating electric current at various voltages is passed through the tissue to generate heat. An electrosurgical unit consists of a generator and a handpiece with one or more electrodes. Electrosurgical generators can produce a variety of electrical waveforms. As these waveforms change, so does the corresponding tissue effect

Pulsed radiofrequency is unique because it provides pain relief without causing significant damage to nerve tissue. The mechanism by which PRF controls pain is unclear, but it may involve a temperature-independent pathway mediated by a rapidly changing electric field.

Radiofrequency Ablation

Radiofrequency ablation (RFA), also called rhizotomy, is a minimally invasive, non-surgical procedure that uses heat to reduce or stop pain transmission. Radiofrequency waves remove or “burn” the nerve causing the pain, essentially eliminating the transmission of pain signals to the brain.

In addition to neurotomy, radiofrequency ablation (RFA) for tumor tissue destruction and pain control is widely used in cancer patients. RF ablation to a trigger point in soft tissue has been reported to be effective in pain control. Therefore, RF is becoming a more common treatment modality for several reasons.

NEUROTHERMAL RF GENERATOR FEATURES

The Abbott Neurotherm NT2000iX radiofrequency generator is designed to deliver injury, pulsed, or pulsed-dose treatments to painful nerve sites for chronic pain management. Its fully independent NT2000iX RF amplifiers allow for real-time temperature monitoring and reduce the potential for unwanted patient stimulation. The system is designed for ease of use and to give you more control during RF ablation procedures.

• 4 independent injury capacity.
• Wireless remote functionality.
• Dedicated Simplicity III single-cable output.
• Full touchscreen operation and enhanced interface.
• Patient and physician record-keeping options

NT2000iX RF GENERATOR SPECIFICATIONS

• Four dedicated RF amplifiers for simultaneous RF energy delivery
• Independent procedure timers
• Sensitive stepped-start functionality

CONTROL

• Make precise adjustments with manual stimulation and RF control knobs
• Preload custom medical configurations, patient profiles, and site tags to streamline procedures
• Pulsed and pulsed-dosed radiofrequency capabilities for thermal injuries

EASY TO USE

• Work with ease on a 15-inch touchscreen with intuitive operator prompts
• Perform specialized procedures with dedicated, pre-programmed software algorithms
• Simplify with Bluetooth wireless technology for printing and mouse control

DIMENSIONS

• Size: 17 in (43.18 cm) x 15 in (38.1 cm) x 14 in (35.56 cm)
• Weight: 50 lbs (22.68 kg)
• Touchscreen: 14″ diagonal

FINAL THOUGHT

The emergence of PRF technology represents a promising step toward the treatment of complex pain conditions. As evidence supporting PRF accumulates among medical professionals, its potential for broader application is likely to continue to increase as well