What does a coblator do?
The COBLATOR◊ II Surgery System is designed for ablation, resection, and coagulation of soft tissue and hemostasis of blood vessels in otorhinolaryngology (ENT) surgery.
What is a coblation wand?
COBLATION™ adenotonsillectomy Wands. Access hard to reach sinus anatomy. Our clinical use of plasma for tissue ablation and dissection, known as COBLATION, results in temperatures typically no higher than 40-65 °C, minimizing surrounding tissue thermal damage during tonsillectomy procedures.
Is tonsillectomy the most painful surgery?
Objectives. Although tonsillectomy is one of the most frequent and painful surgeries, the association between baseline and process parameters and postoperative pain are not fully understood.
Is laser tonsil Cryptolysis painful?
Laser cryptolysis is not painful, has minimal risk of bleeding, and pain medication is not necessary. The ultimate treatment for tonsil stones is a tonsillectomy, when the entire tonsil is removed.
What is coblation turbinate reduction?
Nasal coblation (also referred to as submucosal coblation or turbinate reduction) is a minimally invasive treatment for hypertrophic (swollen) turbinates. Turbinates are long, thin bones covered in thin membranes (soft tissue) lining both sides of the inside of your nasal passages.
Are stitches used in tonsillectomy?
You may have sutures (stitches). These usually dissolve on their own within three weeks after the operation. They do not usually need to be removed and will fall out by themselves.
Will ENT remove tonsil stones?
If you cannot remove the stones yourself, your ENT doctor can perform a tonsil stone removal in their office. Laser tonsil cryptolysis uses a laser to eliminate the crypt where the stones are lodged.
How much does a laser tonsil Cryptolysis cost?
In terms of relative cost, the Coblation device is free, and the disposable wands average approximately $200 per wand (the cost varies depending on the wand type used and how many wands are purchased at a time).
What is ArthroCare ENT coblator II?
Arthrocare ENT Coblator II Surgery System The ArthroCare ENT Coblator II Surgery System is designed for ablation, resection, and coagulation of soft tissue and hemostasis of blood vessels in otorhinolaryngology (ENT) surgery.
What are the features of the coblator II surgery system?
Features of the COBLATOR II Surgery System include: The versatile ENT COBLATION ◊ plasma technology cart provides the convenience and organization that the operating room requires.
What is an ENT coblation ◊ Plasma Technology CART?
The versatile ENT COBLATION ◊ plasma technology cart provides the convenience and organization that the operating room requires. The mobile cart allows all the COBLATOR ◊ II system components to be stored easily, including the COBLATOR Controller, foot pedal, IV pole, and flow control valve allowing for efficient procedure setup.
What is the set point depth for coblator II?
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