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Working Element W7.074.651
Procedure for passive working element WA22367A
• Push the working element’s thumb ring in distal direction
towards the handle.The electrode’s cutting loop moves
out of the sheath.
• Through the force of the working element’s spring, the
electrode is then moved back into its neutral position,
performing the resection.
Since the cutting action is not actively carried out by the
operator these are called “passive” working elements.
Vaporization of the prostate
WA22657C only:
• Use only electrodes compatible with vaporization (see
table in the chapter “General Information”).
• Move the electrode slowly. This will result in a smooth
surface.
• Place the patient’s head in a slightly elevated position.
This will prevent the collection of airbubbles in front of the
resectoscope.
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