Surgical Instruments - Elsevier eBook on VitalSource, 4th Edition
Elsevier eBook on VitalSource
Compact and easy to read, this reference describes over 160 of the most commonly used surgical instruments. Each two-page spread features full-color photos of an instrument and its tip, and then describes how it is used, its common variations, and any alternative names. With instruments alphabetized within each major instrument class, locating specific information is easy! This edition adds a new chapter on surgical powered tools and information on robotics used in today's surgery.
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- Surgical Power Tools chapter covers drills, saws, and other basic powered devices commonly used in surgical suites.
- Minimally Invasive Surgical Instruments chapter includes the leading robotic system and shows the most common instrument tips used to interface with the robot.
- Full-color photographs make it easier to distinguish between different metal-types for each instrument.
- Over 135 photos of instrument tips help in identifying the various types.
- A definition of instrument class opens each chapter and is followed by a description of what the instruments are used for and how they are used.
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- Surgical Power Tools chapter covers drills, saws, and other basic powered devices commonly used in surgical suites.
- Minimally Invasive Surgical Instruments chapter includes the leading robotic system and shows the most common instrument tips used to interface with the robot.
- Full-color photographs make it easier to distinguish between different metal-types for each instrument.
- Over 135 photos of instrument tips help you identify the various types.
- A definition of instrument class opens each chapter and is followed by a description of what the instruments are used for and how they are used.
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1. Sharps/Dissectors/Cutting
2. Forceps/Grasping
3. Clamps/Holding
4. Retractors
5. Suture Devices/Needle Holders
6. Suction Tips
7. Dilators/Probes
8. Minimally Invasive Surgical Instruments
9. Internal Staplers
10. Surgical Power Tools
11. Routine Instrument Sets
Glossary