Is Electrosurgical unit same as cautery machine?

Electrosurgical unit (ESU) and cautery machine are both devices used in surgical procedures to cut and seal tissue. However, there are some key differences between the two.

Electrosurgical unit

* Uses high-frequency electrical current to cut and coagulate tissue.

* More versatile than cautery machines, as they can be used for a wider variety of surgical procedures.

* Can be used to cut through bone and other hard tissue.

* More expensive than cautery machines.

Cautery machine

* Uses heat to cut and coagulate tissue.

* Less versatile than ESUs, as they can only be used for certain surgical procedures.

* Cannot be used to cut through bone or other hard tissue.

* Less expensive than ESUs.

Ultimately, the best choice for a particular surgical procedure will depend on the specific needs of the surgeon and the patient.

Additional information

* ESUs and cautery machines can both cause burns if they are not used properly.

* ESUs can also interfere with other electrical devices in the operating room, so it is important to take precautions to prevent this from happening.

* Cautery machines produce smoke that can contain harmful chemicals, so it is important to use a smoke evacuator to remove this smoke from the operating room.