Electrosurgical instrument

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2011-05-03

2011-05-03

Peffley, Michael (Department: 3739)

Surgery

Instruments

Electrical application

C606S041000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07935112

ABSTRACT:
An electrosurgical instrument is disclosed for simplifying making incisions and other treatments using electrosurgery. The electrosurgical instrument comprises a body having at least one conductive element that is surrounded by an insulation layer except at a conductor edge portion of the conductive element. The conductor edge portion and insulation layer each having unique geometric shapes and composition of the parts to reduce or eliminate the production of smoke and eschar and reduce tissue damage. The outer profile of the insulation layer and conductive element are configured to facilitate the flow of electrosurgical decomposition products away from the conductor edge where they are formed.

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