Presented by Amin Madani at the PG Course: Fundamental Use of Surgical Energy (FUSE) – Preparation and Refresher Course during the SAGES 2016 Annual Meeting.
Keyword(s): abdominal compartment syndrome, active electrode, argon beam coagulator, bleeding, capacitive coupling, current density, defibrillator, dessication, dispersive electrode, electrosurgical injuries, fulgeration, FUSE, gas embolism, grounding pad, hemostasis, implantable devices, insulation failure, liver, MIS, monopolar devices, pacemaker, peritonitis, RF electrosurgery, spleen, thermal spread, training, vaporization