Physiologic mechanism of the ultrasonically activated scalpel.
An ultrasonically activated scalpel was developed and used clinically to provide hemostatic cutting in laparoscopic surgery. Results of experimental work with the ultrasonic scalpel blades were compared with those of electrosurgery and lasers. Some features that distinguish this energy form may confer specific advantages in various surgical procedures.
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Department of Gynecology, St. Francis Hospital and Health Center, 12935 South Gregory Street, Blue Island, IL 60406, USA.
D004598:Electrosurgery; D006488:Hemostasis, Surgical / Q000295:instrumentation*; D006801:Humans; D013525:Surgical Instruments; D014465:Ultrasonics