Electrocautery

Electrocautery:

The advance Technique of RF (Radio Frequency) cautery unit Involves the passage of high frequency waves through

the Electrodes which is of different types for different application. It cuts, coagulates or Remove the tissue soft tissue resistance to these Radio Frequency cautery unit, causes the cellular water in soft tissue to heat, which produces steam and results in cellular molecular dissolution of individual tissue cells. The Radio Frequency cautery unit waves are focused on the tissue by means of hand pencil (Monopolar) with Electrode connected for cutting of soft tissue. The patient plate is positioned behind the tissue in contact with patient’s skin, this operations activated by foot switch, for controlled output as per surgeons need for depth cut is possible by Intensity control.

There is one Mode from (0 to 6) in the Radio Frequency cautery unit to control the intensity through intensity knob (high OR low).

Radio Frequency cautery unit in general practice has many advantages over conventional surgical techniques

particularly in dermatology, plastic surgeries, Eyelid surgery E.N.T & Dental for Fast operating time, quick healing less tissue damage, no charring and less post operative discomfort have been observed and its wider use in hospital pr recommended from Radio Frequency cautery unit is different electro-surgery Machine, e.g. (Surgical Diathe electrical energy is converted in Radio Frequency cautery unit and this waves of high frequency does the The process involves control the high frequency waves.
[16:14, 1/8/2024] Jio Promotions: The electrodes used in Radio frequency surgery or also different from conventional diathermy, in this fine needle (or) wire loop Electrodes held by surgeon. The electro energy passed between this cautery electrode and patient plate. The power is concentrated at the needle end or wire loop electrode resulting in release of energy, produces steam within the cells thus vaporizing them and dividing the tissue..

Before use:

Before use, all accessories should be carefully checked for visible signs of damage and defects. All accessories must be subjected to regular technical checks, just as for main equipment. Defective and damaged accessories must, without fail, be taken out of service. The safety aspects of combining. electrosurgical equipment and accessories from different manufacturers must be

checked before use by someone competent to do so (e.g manufacturer, test department). A certificate must be issued. Suitable and tested accessories for a electrosurgical instrument are usually listed in the operating instructions for the equipment or in an accessory data specification applicable to the system.

ELECTRO SURGICAL SAFETY TIPS Prior to use:

1. Know which Surgical Unit will be used and how to use it. Consult the instruction Manual.

2. Have all equipment and accessories available and use only accessories designed and approved for the unit.

3. Replace all broken, bent, excessively scratched or otherwise damaged retum electrodes.

4. Avoid the use of flammable anesthetics. (A warning to this effect should be evident on the Surgical Unit cover).

5. Replace non-insulated instruments with updated equipment.

6. Check the line cord and plug on the Surgical Unit extension cords should not be used.

7. Do not use any power or accessory cord that is broken, cracked, frayed or taped.

8. Use a conductive gel specifically designed for surgery.

9. Have backup equipment available

10. Always place the return electrode on the patient as close to the electro surgical site as possible. Avoid fatty, bony, hairy, heavily areas and bony protuberances.

11. Avoid placing the return electrode where fluids may pool.

12. Do not slide the return electrode under the patient. The patient should be lifted and placed on the return electrode.

13. If the patient has a pacemaker, the return electrode should be as far from it as possible.

INSTALLATION Unpacking and Handlings:

Carefully unpack the package and remove radio frequency cautery unit. From its packing material observes for the mechanical damage. Return the instrument if any mechanical defect is observed. Check the unit Performa to ensure receiving of all accessories.

Accessories:

1. Monopolar Footswitch

2. Stainless steel patient plate

3. Cable Cord for patient plate

4. Monopolar chuck handles with cable cord and jack pin.

5. Set of Reusable Electrode straight cutting Knife, Needle, Ball, band cutting Knife

6. Bipolar Forceps with cord.

7. Electrode set of 15 nos.

8. Electrode (needle tip) cleaner.

9. Briefcase

10. Thermocol box

Cleaning of electrodes:

A simple method of steam cleaning of electrodes is by turning up the power, holding a folded wet gauzed swab on one hand, and lightly drawing across the electrode between the wet gauges while activating the unit. Spark & steam occurs which effectively clean the electrodes. The active point of the electrode is self sterilizing in use & hence the tissue cut will be sterilized when the electrode is applied. This is the big advantage over scalpel blades.