Surgical instrument with auto-regulating heater and method of using same
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Jan 2, 1996
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May 17, 1994
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May 1, 1992
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An instrument for use in surgery is provided. The instrument has a heating element with a working surface for providing hemostasis at an auto-regulated temperature. The working surface may include a tapered edge for providing thermally-enhanced cutting and a non-stick coating for operating the instrument at low auto-regulation temperatures. A process for making the instrument is also provided. Additionally, a method of performing surgery on a patient's tissue is also provided.
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