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R L Drabkin

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[Protective measures against increase of the potential of a "grounded" passive electrode of the electrosurgical apparatus].

Causes accounting for the occurrence of high-frequency induced burns, one of the most common types of damage inflicted on patients during electrosurgical interventions, are considered. Different variants of circuits indicating the emergence of a leakage current passing to the ground via the patient's body when this comes in contact with a grounded object are analyzed. Recommendations for the protection of patients are listed.

Burns, Electric

[The model EN-57M apparatus for high-frequency electric surgery].

The model EN-57M apparatus is intended for cutting and coagulation of soft tissues with high-frequency currents and it represents a modernized version of the Model EN-57. In this new model the number of outlets has been increased, the set of accessories -- improved, the complement of monoactive electrodes -- broadened, a biactive pincer -- added and the design of passive electrodes -- changed. The active electrodes, electrode-holders and cables attached to them are manufactured of materials permitting their steam and air sterilization. Particular consideration has been given to the electric safety of the apparatus in providing protection against burns caused by the high-frequency current.

Electrosurgery