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[Electrical injuries during laparoscopy]
A Kassasseya1, M Irani, N Elian
1Service de Chirurgie, Centre Hospitalier de Montereau.
Annales De Chirurgie
|March 20, 1999
Abstract:
Electrical injury is uncommon during surgical laparoscopy, but may be serious. Following a comprehensive literature review, we describe five mechanisms of burn injuries: direct contact, electric arc, insulation failure, direct or capacitive coupling. We discuss these mechanisms and suggest simple preventive measures designed to ensure optimal safety.