Modified electrosurgical adapters.
BACKGROUND
Allegedly because of concerns over worker safety in removing spent needles from the Bernsco adapter a new, modified Luer-lok adapter has been introduced by the manufacturer. However, the new adapter frequently holds needles too loosely.


OBJECTIVE
To introduce a modification of the original adapter design.


METHODS
The end to be inserted into the needle hub was hollowed and trisected to allow flexibility of the phalanges. A small hole is drilled in the distal shaft to allow the placement of a spiral wire, allowing a snug fit even in older, well used electrosurgical handles.


CONCLUSIONS
The modified electrosurgical adapter may facilitate needle removal and increase surety of fit with most electrosurgical handles.
Weber
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D003880:Dermatology / Q000295:instrumentation*; D004598:Electrosurgery / Q000295:instrumentation*; D009339:Needles