Dissection using pulsed radiofrequency energy device (PlasmaBlade) is safe and efficient in experimental revision neuromodulation implant surgery.

Background: The use of functional neurosurgical implants has increased over the past 10 years. PlasmaBlade is an innovative electrosurgical appliance harnessing pulsed radiofrequency (RF) energy. Our aim was to assess the risk of damage to neuromodulation hardware during PlasmaBlade dissection.