electrolytic ablation (eA) is a promising nonthermal tumor ablation technique that destroys malignant cells through induction of a locoregional pH change. eA is typically performed by inserting needle electrodes inside the tumor followed by application of direct current (Dc), thus inducing electrolysis and creating localized pH changes around the electrodes. in this paper, we report an ultrasonically powered implantable eA microprobe that may increase the clinical relevance of eA by allowing wireless control over device operation (capability to remotely turn the device on and off) and providing flexibility in treatment options (easier to administer fractionated doses over a longer period). the wireless eA microprobe consists of a millimeter-sized piezoelectric ultrasonic receiver, a rectifier circuit, and a pair of platinum electrodes (overall size is 9 × 3 × 2 mm 3). once implanted through a minimally invasive procedure, the microprobe can stay within a solid tumor and be repeatedly used as needed. Ultrasonic power allows for efficient power delivery to mm-scale devices implanted deep within soft tissues of the body. The microprobe is capable of producing a direct current of 90 µA at a voltage of 5 V across the electrodes under low-intensity ultrasound (~200 mW/cm 2). the Dc power creates acidic (pH < 2) and alkaline (pH > 12.9) regions around the anode and the cathode, respectively. The pH change, measured using tissue-mimicking agarose gel, extends to 0.8 cm 3 in volume within an hour at an expansion rate of 0.5 mm 3 /min. The microprobe-mediated EA ablative capability is demonstrated in vitro in cancer cells and ex vivo in mouse liver.
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