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Electrodes for high-frequency electrosurgery.

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Among the varied types of electrosurgical electrodes available, many dermatologists find a tapered or needle-shaped electrodesiccation electrode most useful. Cutting current procedures are best accomplished with fine needle or wire electrodes. Both monopolar and bipolar forceps are useful for pinpoint coagulation of small blood vessels. Because of increasing concerns about electrode contamination, several kinds of disposable electrodes are now available.

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J E Sebben. 1989. Electrodes for high-frequency electrosurgery.. https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1524-4725.1989.tb01169.x

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