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Understanding the Principles of Electrosurgery for Endoscopic Surgery and Third Space Endoscopy.
Understanding the Principles of Electrosurgery for Endoscopic Surgery and Third Space Endoscopy. Gastrointestinal endoscopy clinics of North America Li, A. A., Zhou, M. J., Hwang, J. H. 2023; 33 (1): 29-40Abstract
Electrosurgery is the application of high-frequency electrical alternating current to biologic tissue to cut, coagulate, desiccate, and/or fulgurate. Electrosurgery is commonly used in gastrointestinal endoscopy, with applications including biliary sphincterotomy, polypectomy, hemostasis, the ablation of lesions, and endoscopic surgery. Understanding electrosurgical principles is important in endoscopic surgery to achieve the desired therapeutic effect, optimize procedural outcomes, and minimize risks or adverse events. This article describes fundamental principles that apply to electrosurgical units, operator technique, and practical considerations for achieving desired tissue effects in endoscopic surgery; and provides practical guidance and safety considerations when using electrosurgical units in endoscopic surgery.
View details for DOI 10.1016/j.giec.2022.07.001
View details for PubMedID 36375884