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grounding pad, an inactive electrode, part of a monopolar electrocautery, that is attached to the patient and returns the current distributed from the active electrode to the generator through an attached cable to complete the electrical circuit. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Complications encountered included one pulmonary abscess, two episodes of parenchymal hemorrhage, three COPD exacerbations, and five grounding pad skin burns. One recent modeling project involved the development of a revolutionary electrosurgical grounding pad. The elimination of the grounding pad, through bipolar delivery of current, is an important factor for dentists concerned with both safety and patient perception and fear of the equipment used in the general dentistry setting. |
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