Description
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Function:
Electrosurgical devices, including diathermy knives, pass an electrical current between two electrodes (one active and one passive) to cut and/or cauterize tissue.
Types:
Monopolar devices use a needle or blade as the active electrode, while bipolar devices use forceps with both tips acting as electrodes.
Modulation:
The unit can modulate the electrical signal to achieve different outcomes, such as cutting, coagulation, or cutting with coagulation.
Advantages:
Electrosurgical cutting provides precise cuts, minimizes bleeding, and can be used for various surgical procedures.
Applications:
Diathermy knives are commonly used in veterinary and human surgery for various procedures, including cutting, cauterizing, and removing tissue