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Can ultrasonic cavitation machines cause cancer?

CKYJul 3, 2017
Hello, I'm wondering if ultrasonic cavitation machines cause cancer? Although it's indicated that it's non-invasive, I read that France had banned the machine and the ban was lifted again. Also, is cavitation a radio-frequency? Why is it advised against patients who have cancer to use them? Thanks very much for your answers.

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Dr. Daniel P. Markmann, MD
Dr. Daniel P. Markmann, MD
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Answered on Nov 7, 2018
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Dr. Arian Mowlavi, MD, FACS (license on probation)
Dr. Arian Mowlavi, MD, FACS (license on probation)
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