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Comparison of the effect of ultrasounic-harmonic scalpel and electrocautery in the treatment of axillary lymph nodes during radical surgery for breast cancer
ObjectiveTo compare the efficacy of ultrasounic-harmonic scalpel and electrocautery in the treatment of axillary lymph nodes during radical surgery...
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Radiofrequency Perforation of an Atretic Pulmonary Valve with a Modified Coronary Wire and Electrocautery Pencil
Radiofrequency (RF) perforation of an atretic pulmonary valve is commonly performed in patients with pulmonary atresia with intact ventricular septum...
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The short-term outcomes of surgical scars in head and neck surgery comparing between surgical blade and geometric electron modulation electrocautery
BackgroundScar formation after neck surgery is a frequent concern, impacting patients both physically and psychologically. Cosmetic appearance plays...
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Comparative Study of Bipolar Electrocautery Versus Silk Ligation for Hemostasis During Tonsillectomy
Tonsillectomy is a commonly performed surgery in otolaryngological practice. Owing to the possibility of postoperative bleeding, it is considered as...
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Endobronchial electrocautery wire snare prior to right middle sleeve lobectomy for adenoid cystic carcinoma of the lung: a case report
BackgroundAdenoid cystic carcinoma of the lung grows gradually, and spreads along the bronchial wall, often requiring tracheobronchoplastic procedure...
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Use of High Energy Devices (HEDs) versus electrocautery for laparoscopic cholecystectomy: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomised controlled trials
IntroductionAccording to the literature, there is no clear definition of a High Energy Devices (HEDs), and their proper indications for use are also...
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Outcomes of coblation tonsillectomy versus bipolar electrocautery tonsillectomy in pediatric population
BackgroundBipolar electrocautery tonsillectomy has been the preferred technique for many otolaryngologists, yet coblation tonsillectomy is gaining...
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A Retrospective Study of Transaxillary Endoscopic Breast Augmentation Using Ultrasonic Scalpel or Conventional Electrocautery for Implant Pocket Dissection
BackgroundUltrasonic scalpel has been reported to be superior to conventional electrocautery in many studies. However, with respect to transaxillary...
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Ultrasonic scalpel versus electrocautery for internal mammary artery harvesting: a meta-analysis
ObjectiveAlthough an ultrasonic harmonic scalpel (HS) has been used to harvest the internal mammary artery (IMA) for coronary artery bypass grafting,...
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High-frequency radio wave electrocautery in modified Hotz operations for epiblepharon correction
To report the experience and advantageous effects of high-frequency radio wave electrocautery in modified Hotz operations for epiblepharon, We...
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Radiofrequency Versus Electrocautery in Pediatric Tonsillectomy: A Double-Blind, Randomized Controlled Trial
To compare radiofrequency and electrocauterization in reducing the degree of postoperative pain in pediatric patients undergoing tonsillectomy. A...
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William T. Bovie—a Man Who Sold His Invention Electrocautery for 1 Dollar
A biophysicist by profession, William T. Bovie’s contribution to surgical haemostasis will always be the benchmark in the history of surgery. His...
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Giant Tracheal Fibroepithelial Polyp Treated Successfully by High-Frequency Electrocautery Ablation
Endotracheal fibroepithelial polyp is a rare disease in the airways. This report describes a rare case of a tracheal giant fibroepithelial polyp. A...
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Intraoperative and postoperative outcomes of Harmonic Focus versus monopolar electrocautery after neoadjuvant chemotherapy in breast conservative surgery: a comparative study
BackgroundSurgical devices are commonly used during breast conservative surgery (BCS) to provide better hemostasis. The Harmonic scalpel has recently...
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Cerebral arterial air embolism after endobronchial electrocautery: a case report and review of the literature
BackgroundEndobronchial electrocautery is a common and safe therapeutic endoscopic treatment for malignant airway obstruction. Cerebral arterial air...
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Use of Bowman’s membrane electrocautery in blind eyes with painful bullous keratopathy not amenable to corneal transplantation: a retrospective case series
PurposeThis study evaluated the safety and efficacy of Bowman’s membrane electrocautery in blind painful eyes with bullous keratopathy not amenable...
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Rapid Establishment of Tracheal Stenosis in Pigs Using Endotracheal Tube Cuff Overpressure and Electrocautery
To apply a new airway treatment to humans, preclinical studies in an appropriate animal model is needed. Canine, porcine and leporine tracheas have...
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Comparative Study of CO2 LASER Assisted and Electrocautery Assisted Tonsillectomy with Conventional Tonsillectomy
Tonsillectomy is the most common surgical procedure performed since many years. Various methods of tonsillectomy (Electrocautery, LASER, Harmonic...
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Comparison of mastectomy and breast reconstruction outcomes using low thermal dissection versus traditional electrocautery: a blinded randomized trial
IntroductionPlasmaBlade® is a thermal dissection device that may allow for improved perfusion of the mastectomy flap by limiting thermal injury. In...