Conclusion of our Testing
With a few changes, simultaneous coagulation (Twin Coag or Dual Coag) would be a
safer mode, and allow each surgeon to have independent control of his power.
1. Each simultaneous monopolar output receptacle should have its own independent
power output controller, and a power setting indicator.
2. Each simultaneous monopolar output receptacle should deliver power, to within 20%
of the set in power setting, as is indicated on the power setting indicator. This should
also be true during simultaneous monopolar activation.
3. Each simultaneous monopolar HF receptacle output on an ESU shall have its own
RF amplifier within the circuitry inside the unit. And this amplifier shall not have a
parallel output after its final amplification stage.
Link1: http://youtu.be/QR0rUtisRJM
Link2: http://youtu.be/W2IfP3Wd9vc
Link3: http://youtu.be/Cq4qvoB0Px8
Random Quiz:
Question 1: The transmission of electricity through the human body with no negative physiological
effects are?
a.
b.
c.
d.
Below 350Hz
Above 250Hz
Below 250Hz
Above 350Hz
Question 2: Which of the following is NOT part of the normal electrosurgical setup?
a.
b.
c.
d.
Patient headpiece
Bipolar leads
Return electrode
Monopolar Leads
Question 3: A Technician set the unit on the display to 100 watts, the test equipment measures
69.95 watts. Is the device within tolerance>
a.
b.
c.
d.
Yes
No, its exceeds the 10% tolerance rating
No, it should measure between 80watts out of 100watts
No, its exceeds the 5% tolerance rating
Question 4: Who was a student of a student of Harvey Cushing and first developed the electrosurgical device used today?
a.
b.
c.
d.
N.W. Cornell
William T. Bovie
Arthur Tracy Cabot
G. H. Liebel
Answers: 1.d 2. a. 3. c 4. b