Knife Tip Electrode

Description

The knife tip electrode is a specialized equipment used in electrosurgery, a medical treatment that uses electricity to cut and coagulate tissue.

Function:

• Cuts and dissects tissues with precision.
• Coagulates blood arteries during surgery to reduce blood loss.

Design:

• Shaped like a scalpel blade, with a fine, pointed tip for precise cutting.
• Made of conductive material, often stainless steel.
• It may contain a non-stick coating (Teflon) to reduce tissue adhering during operations.
• Connects to an electrosurgical machine, which sends high-frequency electrical current to the tip.
• Available in a variety of diameters and lengths to meet varied surgical requirements.

Applications:

• Laparoscopy, gynecology, urology, and general surgery are among surgical specialties that make extensive use of it.
• The compact profile allows for less invasive operations.
• Ideal for delicate dissections and accurate tissue removal.

Advantages:

• Provides higher cutting efficiency than ordinary scalpels.
• Reduces blood loss by coagulation.
• Minimal tissue charring allows for clear view of the operative field.