Use of a new hemostatic scalpel in plastic surgery.
This assessment of a new hemostatic scalpel in plastic surgery is based on one surgeon's personal experience with this instrument in 348 cases representing a variety of procedures. With its improved hemostatic capabilities the hemostatic scalpel may offer the following advantages: better visualization of the surgical field, enhanced precision, and more delicate control. Considerable time and experience are necessary, however, before the scalpel can be used safely and competently.
D001940:Breast / Q000601:surgery; D002675:Child, Preschool; D005260:Female; D006392:Hemangioma, Cavernous / Q000601:surgery; D006488:Hemostasis, Surgical / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000295:instrumentation*; D006358:Hot Temperature / Q000627:therapeutic use; D006801:Humans; D009456:Neurofibromatosis 1 / Q000601:surgery; D013518:Surgery, Plastic / Q000295:instrumentation* / Q000379:methods; D013524:Surgical Flaps; D013525:Surgical Instruments; D014945:Wound Healing