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Electrosurgical units, also called as surgical diathermy are an integral part of any surgical operation theater. They are an indispensable tool for general surgery, all surgical super-specialties, gynecology, orthopedics, ophthalmology, otorhinolaryngology, dermatology, dentistry. Recent advancements in energy devices have led to the introduction of newer modalities such as ultrasound based scalpel device, feedback dependent auto shutdown devices, hybrid devices, radiofrequency ablators, and laser energy devices. However, electrosurgical units (ESU) remain the primary workhorse of the operating surgeon. The advent of laparoscopic surgery has led to further refinements of ESU equipment as well as appearance of newer aspects of safety issues and complications.
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Khanna, S. (2023). Diathermy Burn Ulcers. In: Khanna, A.K., Tiwary, S.K. (eds) Uncommon Ulcers of the Extremities. Springer, Singapore. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-99-1782-2_29
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