Healthcare Providers

Technology

The technology offers a two-fold benefit over conventional monopolar and bipolar devices:

Unique technology provides precise heating and division of target tissue, minimizing thermal spread.
No electrical current is required to pass through the patient allowing for fully functional nerve monitoring during procedures¹.

Microline Surgical provides ENT surgeons with precision, safety, and confidence in their procedures.

[1] Michel R, Tsau K, Weinstock B. Tissue Welding Forceps Usage in Superficial Parotidectomy: A Clinical Assessment. The American Surgeon, January 2008.

Clinical Benefits

No electrical energy required to pass through the patient
Minimal thermal spread
Safe to use near delicate structures
Permits continuous nerve monitoring
Less intra-operative bleeding^{2 3}
Less char and smoke, enabling surgeon to clearly view the tissue planes

[2] Stavroulaki P, Skoulakis, C, Theos E. et al. Thermal Welding Versus Cold Dissection Tonsillectomy: A Prospective, Randomized, Single-Blind Study in Adult Patients. Annals of Otology, Rhinology & Laryngology, August 2007.

[3] Karatzias G, Lachanas V, Sandris V. Thermal Welding Versus Bipolar Tonsillectomy: A Comparative Study. Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery, June 2006

Procedural Benefits

High level of precision and control
Easy to use and short learning curve
Multipurpose instruments that can be used for grasping, dissecting, sealing and dividing
Easy set up

Patient Benefits

Reduction in post-operative pain^{2 3}
Faster return to normal diet³
Reduced post-operative bleeding^{2 3}