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Review
. 2003 Oct;17(8):541-55.
doi: 10.1089/089277903322518545.

Electrocautery: principles and practice

M Barba  1 , K Fastenmeier, R Hartung
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Review

Electrocautery: principles and practice

M Barba et al. J Endourol. 2003 Oct.

Abstract

We explain the basic physics of transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP). Modifications of electrodes or high-frequency units that should improve TURP are discussed. Finally, we introduce Coagulating Intermittent Cutting (CIC), which is a TURP using a modified high-frequency generator. Results of in vitro experiments and the first data from a multicenter trial are demonstrated.

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