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E
ven if you have the latest ultra-
high definition imaging system,
your surgeons will still struggle
to see inside the abdomen if
smoke, fog and debris are coating their lenses. Here are
3 proven solutions to keep laparoscopic lenses clean and clear during
surgery.
Clear Visibility
Don't let smoke, fog and debris impede your surgeon's view.
Kendal Gapinski
Associate Editor
• PRE-TREAT THE SCOPE Keeping
laparoscopes warm before insertion into
the abdomen is key to reducing fog and
condensation.
Pamela
Bevelhymer,
RN,
BSN
