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- Weight: 1.0 lb
- Coated with blue hydro-gel technology designed to provide new levels of safety and comfort to patients
- Provide safe grounding during electrosurgical procedures
- Also designed for use with Argon Beam Coagulation
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Frequently asked questions
Does this electrode ensure optimal patient safety?
Yes, the ConMed ThermoGard Plus ABC Dispersive Electrode is specifically engineered to maximize patient safety and comfort during electrosurgical procedures by ensuring reliable grounding.
Key features that contribute to optimal safety and performance include:
- Superior Contact with Thick Hydro-Gel: The electrode utilizes a thick Blue Hydro-Gel which maintains gentle, superior, and continuous contact with the patient’s skin. This contact is vital for safe and effective grounding throughout the procedure.
- Argon Beam Coagulation (ABC) Optimization: It is specifically designed as an argon-optimized dispersive electrode, ensuring reliable and seamless compatibility with ConMed Argon Beam Coagulation systems.
- Weight-Based Sizing: Configurations are available for both Adult (Single and Dual pad) and Pediatric (Dual pad) patients. Proper selection, based strictly on patient weight, ensures maximum efficacy and safety.
- Procedural Convenience: Each electrode includes a pre-attached, durable 10-foot (3.05 meter) cable for ease of connection and positioning in the operating room.
Does the thick hydro-gel maximize safety and comfort?
Yes, the thick Blue Hydro-Gel is a defining feature of the ConMed ThermoGard Plus ABC Electrode, specifically engineered to maximize both patient safety and comfort during electrosurgical procedures.
Here is how the hydro-gel enhances performance:
- Optimal Grounding Safety: The thick formulation guarantees continuous, high-quality electrical contact with the patient’s skin throughout the procedure. This superior contact is crucial for safe and effective grounding, particularly when utilizing ConMed Argon Beam Coagulation systems.
- Enhanced Patient Comfort: The hydro-gel is formulated to be gentle, minimizing the risk of skin irritation and ensuring a comfortable patient experience.
- Sustained Quality: It helps maintain reliable, consistent contact quality and dependable performance throughout the duration of the procedure.
Is this electrode optimized for Argon Beam Coagulation?
Yes, the ConMed ThermoGard Plus ABC Dispersive Electrode is specifically engineered for optimal safety and seamless performance with Argon Beam Coagulation (ABC) technology.It is designed as an argon-optimized dispersive electrode for use with ConMed Argon Beam Coagulation units.This design ensures:
- Enhanced Safety: The thick Blue Hydro-Gel establishes superior, gentle contact with the patient’s skin, enhancing grounding reliability throughout electrosurgical procedures.
- Procedural Convenience: Each unit includes a pre-attached 10-foot (3.05 meter) cable for easy connection.
How long is the convenient pre-attached cable?
Yes, the electrode includes a convenient, pre-attached cable that measures 10 feet (3.05 m) in length. This substantial cable length is designed to:
- Ensure sufficient reach and flexibility in the operating room.
- Enhance setup convenience.
- Allow for immediate use right out of the package.
Does this electrode offer versatile patient configurations?
Yes, the ConMed ThermoGard Plus ABC Dispersive Electrodes are available in specialized configurations to ensure optimal safety and superior contact across various patient populations and procedural needs.
The configurations are determined by two main factors:
- Patient Age/Weight: Options are available for Adults (patients weighing over 33 lb / 15 kg) and Pediatrics (patients weighing 11 to 33 lb / 5 to 15 kg).
- Electrode Type: You can select either Dual or Single pad configurations.
The specific configurations available are:
- Adult - Dual
- Pediatric - Dual
- Adult - Single
What are the patient sizing guidelines?
The ThermoGard Plus ABC Dispersive Electrodes are available in specific configurations to ensure optimal safety and effective contact based on patient weight:
- Adult Configuration: Recommended for patients weighing greater than 33 lb (> 15 kg).
- Pediatric Configuration: Recommended for patients weighing between 11 to 33 lb (5 to 15 kg).
Note that both Adult and Pediatric sizes are offered in both Single and Dual electrode types to suit various procedural needs.
How many electrodes are included in a case?
These electrodes are sold in bulk quantities suitable for clinical settings. Each case contains 40 individual dispersive electrodes, with one unit per package. This ensures they are supplied in factory new condition and ready for use. Furthermore, every electrode unit includes a convenient pre-attached cable measuring 10 feet (3.05 m), facilitating easy setup in the operating environment.
Does it support adult and pediatric patients?
Yes, the ConMed ThermoGard Plus ABC Dispersive Electrodes offer configurations suitable for different patient weight ranges to ensure optimal safety and contact:
- Adult Configuration: Designed for patients weighing greater than 33 lb (15 kg).
- Pediatric Configuration: Designed for patients weighing 11 to 33 lb (5 to 15 kg).
Selecting the appropriate size is crucial for effective electrosurgical grounding.
What patient and electrode configurations are available?
The ConMed ThermoGard Plus ABC Dispersive Electrode is available in multiple configurations designed to ensure optimal safety and effective grounding for different patient demographics during electrosurgical procedures. This selection is based on patient size and the required electrode type (Single or Dual).
Available configurations include:
| Configuration | Patient Age | Electrode Type | Patient Size/Weight |
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| Adult - Dual | Adult | Dual | > 33 lb (15 kg) |
| Pediatric - Dual | Pediatric | Dual | 11 to 33 lb (5 to 15 kg) |
| Adult - Single | Adult | Single | > 33 lb (15 kg) |
The Dual configurations feature two separate conductive surfaces, while the Single configurations use one.
Does the hydro-gel ensure quality skin contact?
Yes, these electrodes utilize a specialized thick Blue Hydro-Gel formulated to ensure optimal safety and comfort throughout the procedure. This material is a key selling point because it:
- Establishes Quality Contact: The thick gel ensures superior and safe adherence to the patient’s skin, which is essential for effective grounding during electrosurgery.
- Provides Gentle Interface: It is designed to maintain a gentle interface, minimizing potential skin irritation.
These are argon-optimized dispersive electrodes for reliable compatibility with ConMed Argon Beam Coagulation units. Each electrode also includes a pre-attached 10-foot (3.05 meter) cable for procedural convenience.
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