Bowa ARC 350 - Argon; Resection

5 Operation
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5.6.4. Argon
This mode is used to perform open surgical interventions in combination with the
ARC PLUS companion device for argon-assisted cutting. With suitable instruments
connected, argon-assisted cutting can be performed using rigid electrodes.
Application areas
Visceral surgery
Suitable instruments
 Rigid argon electrodes
 Argon handles
5.6.5. Resection
This mode is used in gynaecology and urology. ARC control generates the cutting
effect with simultaneously minimized output power. ARC control facilitates direct
cutting and prevents electrode adhesion.
Use non-conductive irrigation fluids.
Application areas
Hysteroscopy, transurethral prostate resection (TUR-P), surgical treatment of
bladder tumors (TUR-B), vaporization of prostate tissue (TUR-VAP).
Suitable instruments
 Resectoscope (monopolar)
 Resection snare
 Rollerblade electrode