Brazilian Journal of Anesthesiology
https://bjan-sba.org/article/doi/10.1016/j.bjane.2015.08.018
Brazilian Journal of Anesthesiology
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Burns related to electrosurgery - Report of two cases

Queimaduras relacionadas à eletrocirurgia - Relato de dois casos

Flora Margarida Barra Bisinotto; Roberto Alexandre Dezena; Laura Bisinotto Martins; Marina Cordeiro Galvão; José Martins Sobrinho; Maida Silva Calçado

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Abstract

Abstract Electrosurgery is a technology developed over the last few years and has become a very important tool in modern surgery. Most of the equipment is considered safe, although there are risks related to its use. Several lesions may be caused by electrocautery, and burns are the most common and feared. We report two cases of burns related to use of electrocautery and promote a literature review, because knowledge of electrosurgery fundamentals, its correct use, the choice of a safety device, constant monitoring, and immediate investigation before any suspicions surely can improve the operational experience for both surgeon and patient.

Keywords

Complications: burn, Equipment: electrocautery, Surgery: complications

Resumo

Resumo A eletrocirurgia é uma tecnologia que se desenvolveu muitos nos últimos anos e se tornou um instrumento de grande importância na cirurgia moderna. A maioria dos equipamentos é considerada segura, embora existam riscos relacionados ao seu uso. Várias lesões podem ser causadas por eletrocautérios, as queimaduras são as mais frequentes e temidas. Relatamos dois casos de queimaduras relacionadas ao uso do bisturi elétrico e promovemos uma revisão de literatura, pois o conhecimento dos fundamentos da eletrocirurgia, seu uso correto, a escolha de um equipamento seguro, o monitoramento constante e a investigação imediata diante de quaisquer suspeitas com certeza podem melhorar a experiência operacional para ambos, cirurgião e paciente.

Palavras-chave

Complicações: queimadura, Equipamento: eletrocautério, Cirurgia: complicações

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