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harmonic scalpel

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harmonic scalpel
Surgery An ultrasound-powered cutting tool that cuts and seals tissue simultaneously. See Ultrasonography.


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For tonsillectomy, the ultrasonic harmonic scalpel has been purported to cause less tissue injury and postoperative morbidity while providing adequate levels of hemostasis.
Opening chapters review safety measures, anesthesia, laser technology, endoscopy, the harmonic scalpel, and the argon beam coagulator.
 
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