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Εlectrosurgery: understanding of basic principles, safe practices and applications in gynecologic surgery
Michail Kalinderis1,2, Kallirhoe Kalinderi3, Apostolos Athanasiadis4
1Department of Gynecologic Oncology and Robotic Surgery, Royal Surrey County Hospital (RSCH), Guildford, UK - m.kalinderis@hotmail.com.
Minerva Obstetrics and Gynecology
|June 16, 2023
Summary
Electrosurgery is essential in modern surgery but can cause thermal injuries. Understanding electrosurgical devices and their tissue effects is crucial for patient safety and preventing complications.
Area of Science:
- Surgical Technology
- Biomedical Engineering
Background:
- Electrosurgery is a vital and evolving surgical technique.
- Increased use correlates with a rise in thermal injury risks.
- Fundamental understanding of device-tissue interaction is critical.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the principles, modalities, and biological effects of electrosurgery.
- To discuss factors influencing electrosurgical outcomes.
- To highlight applications, risks, and complications, particularly in gynecology.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of electrosurgical principles and applications.
- Analysis of biological effects on tissues.
- Examination of risk factors and complications.
Main Results:
- Electrosurgery involves specific energy modalities with predictable tissue effects.
- Various factors influence thermal spread and injury potential.
- Gynecological procedures extensively utilize electrosurgery, presenting specific risks.
Conclusions:
- Continued education on electrosurgical technology is paramount for patient safety.
- A thorough understanding of electrosurgery minimizes patient complications.
- Risk management and awareness are key in electrosurgical practice.
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