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The next generation of lighting is upon us with the advent of LED lighting for medical facilities. LED lighting resolves many of the archaic halogen challenges and provides medical facilities with a better and more reliable light source for their procedure and surgical rooms.
Recent Posts
Monopolar Electrosurgery vs. Bipolar Electrosurgery
Republished: April 30, 2025
The simplest explanation of the differences between these two methods is that with monopolar electrosurgery, the current passes from the probe electrode to the tissue and through the patient to a return pad to complete the electric current circuit.
The Bookwalter Retractor in Service and Surgery: An Origin Story
Republished: May 2, 2025
While Dr. Bookwalter said luck played a role in his invention, his ingenuity and willingness to explore new solutions when resources weren’t available led to the development of the Bookwalter Retractor System sold by Aspen Surgical today.
What You Need to Know About Surgical Smoke Plume
Republished: April 22, 2025
Smoke plume can be the byproduct of electrosurgical or laser procedures and carry many potential hazards to surgeons, operating room staff and the patients they care for.