The PlasmaJet system introduces a new energy source for use in surgery – pure plasma. The plasma is generated by exciting a very low flow of argon gas within the tip of the single-use handpiece using a low DC voltage across a series of internal electrodes. The gas is excited into the plasma state and emerges from the tip of the handpiece as a precise pale blue jet stream that is electrically-neutral.
The jet of plasma emitted gives up its energy in three forms:
- As light, which can be used to illuminate the surgical field;
- As heat that is used to coagulate the surface of the tissue creating a thin and flexible eschar layer; and
- In the form of kinetic energy, which pushes fluids aside and that can be harnessed to cut tissue with simultaneous coagulation of the cut surfaces.
The PlasmaJet system consists of a console, a service trolley and a range of single-use handpieces for open and laparoscopic surgery. It can also be mounted on standard operating room carts or ceiling fixtures.
- Simple user commands on the front panel
- A clear color LCD screen with easy-to-read and comprehensive operating messages
- An integrated cooling system keeps the tip of the handpiece cool at all times
- A footswitch for optional control of laparoscopic handpieces
- Convenient and safe storage for the argon gas tank
- A storage place for the footswitch
- Provides a small footprint base that is easily moved and can be fixed in position in the OR
