BACKGROUND There is extensive evidence that electrosurgical current application increases hemorrhage when compared with "cold" dissection and hemostasis. The way that the "hot" technique is used may influence the outcome decisively. METHODS Temperature-time functions were measured in distances of 3 to 12 mm underneath the surface at which bipolar electrosurgical current was applied. Measureme...

Technology is constantly changing, and it is important for perioperative nurses to stay current on new products and technologies in the perioperative setting. AORN's "Recommended practices for electrosurgery" addresses safety standards that all perioperative personnel should follow to minimize risks to both patients and staff members during the use of electrosurgical devices. Recommendations in...

The purpose of this study was to contrast histologically the pulp response to formocresol with the response to electrosurgical pulpotomy in a primate model. Both the primary and permanent incisors and molars were treated. Coronal pulp amputation was accomplished mechanically. The remaining pulp stumps were treated by either formocresol or momentary electrosurgery exposure. Results were evaluate...

In this prospective, randomized, controlled clinical study, 21 women underwent a second-look laparoscopy 2-11 weeks after standardized laparoscopic electrosurgical treatment for polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS). Following bilateral ovarian treatment, one ovary was randomly chosen to have Interceed applied to its surface using a specially designed applicator, with the other ovary serving as a ...

Background Despite the wide application of lasers and radiofrequency (RF) surgery in dermatology, it is difficult to find studies showing the extent of damage dependent on cell death. Objective We evaluated histopathologic changes following in vivo thermal damage generated by CO2 laser, 1,444 nm long-pulsed neodymium:yttrium-aluminum-garnet (LP Nd:YAG) laser and RF emitting electrosurgical un...

by an electrode while an indi erent electrode (antenna) was attached to the patient. The indif ferent electrode allowed for the removal of the current entering the patient and channeled the electricity back into the electrosurgical unit. This prevented the buildup of static electricity so that electrical shocks were not caused to the patient or the operator. This recycling of current allowed th...