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The primary functional building block of all radio frequency (RF) energy sources developed for tissue ablation is an electronic circuit called an oscillator which generates a sinusoidal waveform (sine wave) at a particular factory-preset operating frequency. This waveform is consequently amplified to deliver the required wattage required for tissue ablation. The operating frequency of this RF oscillator differs from one RF generator manufacturer to another; however, they all fall within the range from 470 to 510 kHz. A diagram of radio-frequency energy used in RF ablation in relation to the electromagnetic spectrum is shown in Figure 1.
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Chan, E.K.Y. (2001). New Concepts in Radiofrequency Energy Delivery and Coagulum Reduction During Catheter Ablation. In: Liem, L.B., Downar, E. (eds) Progress in Catheter Ablation. Developments in Cardiovascular Medicine, vol 241. Springer, Dordrecht. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-94-015-9791-3_18
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