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[Efficacy of soft coagulation in thoracic surgery]
1Department of Thoracic Surgery, University of Tsukuba, Tsukuba, Japan.
Kyobu Geka. the Japanese Journal of Thoracic Surgery
|August 21, 2014
Summary
Soft coagulation is a new electrosurgical mode that prevents tissue carbonization by limiting voltage. This technique offers safe and efficient dissection and lung tissue management in thoracic surgery.
Area of Science:
- Electrosurgery
- Surgical Technology
- Thoracic Surgery
Context:
- Novel electrosurgical device utilizing soft coagulation mode.
- Available in both bipolar and monopolar configurations for thoracic procedures.
Purpose:
- To introduce and evaluate the efficacy of soft coagulation in thoracic surgery.
- To demonstrate its application in pulmonary vessel dissection and lung tissue management.
Summary:
- Soft coagulation automatically regulates output voltage below 190 Volts, achieving pure coagulation without carbonization.
- Bipolar scissors facilitate safe and efficient dissection of pulmonary vessels, preventing vessel wall damage.
- Monopolar soft coagulation effectively shrinks lung bullae, controls air leakage, and manages pulmonary bleeding.
Impact:
- Enhances safety and efficiency in thoracic surgical procedures.
- Minimizes tissue damage and improves outcomes in lung surgeries.
- Provides a versatile tool for various thoracic applications including vessel dissection and parenchymal management.
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