In the first two articles of the Electrosurgery Explained series, we explored the historical evolution of electrosurgery and the electrode configurations that define how current flows through tissue.
But history and architecture lead to a more fundamental question:
Why did RF electrosurgery become indispensable in the modern operating room?
Electrode configuration plays a critical role in the delivery of energy to tissue by electrosurgical systems. In the second article of the Electrosurgery Explained series, Rich Hoodless examines monopolar, bipolar, and tripolar configurations, explaining how electrode placement and current paths influence tissue effect, safety, and system performance.
From galvanic cells to waveform-controlled RF generators, electrosurgery has a long and technically rich history. This first article in the Electrosurgery Explained series explores the key engineering developments that led to modern electrosurgical systems.
Discover how in-house tooling transforms micro molding from a production task into a strategic advantage. Learn why top medical device engineers prioritize mold ownership to reduce risk, accelerate iteration, and achieve micron-level precision.
