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bipolar cautery

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bipolar cautery
n.
Cauterization using a high frequency electrical current passed through tissue from one electrode to another.


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If so, bleeding can be controlled with bipolar cautery to prevent postoperative hematoma formation.
If bleeding persists, it can usually be controlled under direct visualization by bipolar cautery or by temporary packing with a swab impregnated with epinephrine.
The tonsils were removed by bipolar diathermy dissection, and hemostasis was achieved by bipolar cautery.
 
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