Skin hook cautery

Skin hook cautery is a useful technique in these surgical cases with special hemostatic problems. I have employed and taught this technique for 14 years, but have never seen it mentioned in any surgical publication. Many other surgeons, no doubt, are already using this method, making the skin hook an even more useful instrument. It is not recommended for routine use because extra time and machine-setting are not warranted to achieve good hemostasis in most patients.