Occupying the role of a surgeon, I'm always amazed by all the gadgets I've got to use. From handy tools to extremely impressive technology, the stuff we use in the OR is very remarkable and super important for making surgery successful. So, I'm going to discuss about all the fascinating equipment we surgeons use, and why it's extremely crucial.

Number one on the list: scalpels and blades.

Next up: forceps and the set of tools we use.

Third on the list: endoscopes and all the lap stuff.

Next, let's chat about electrocautery devices.

Let's move on to the fifth item: advanced imaging tools.

Number one on the list: scalpels and blades.

The scalpel is similar to a Swiss Army knife used in surgery — pretty much a necessary tool. As a general surgeon, I totally depend on those scalpels to achieve extremely accurate cuts while I'm opening things up.

The blades are extremely sharp — makes cutting through tissue a breeze without causing too much damage. We've got a variety of scalpels for different kinds of jobs — like straight types, curved types, and even scissors blades when the situation calls for it.

Another critical tool is the surgical blade. These are typically used for delicate dissections or when a exceedingly sharp, precise cut is necessary. I have learned over the years to choose the right blade for each situation to secure the best possible result.

Next up: forceps and the set of tools we use.

Instrument for gripping are just these handy gadgets that capture, secure, and manipulate tissue while you're doing surgery. These come in all sorts of various forms and dimensions, each tailor-made for a specific job. I usually reach for hemostatic instrument for gripping to control any bleeding, atraumatic instrument for gripping to be gentle with delicate tissues, and devices for holding needles to work the needles through the tissue layers.

In addition to tweezers, I rely on a variety of instrument kits tailored to specific procedures. For example, I use a gynecological instrument kit during gynecological surgeries, and a laparoscopic instrument kit for keyhole surgery.

Third on the list: endoscopes and all the lap stuff.

With，。 I use those endoscopes to see inside and guide the laparoscopic instruments while I'm doing the surgery. These small instruments are way smaller and way more precise than the traditional tools. They let us be less intrusive, which means quicker recoveries for patients.

Laparoscopic tools like scopes, trocars, grasping instruments, and dissecting instruments are all set to do specific tasks within that tiny space in your abdominal cavity or whatever.

Next, let's chat about electrocautery devices.

Electrical cautery tools are used to stop bleeding while operating. They provide a controlled electrical flow into the tissue, leading to coagulation and prevent bleeding. I use them in surgery to close blood vessels and the tissue, reduce bleeding after the surgery, and accelerate recovery.

There are several types of cautery tools, like single pole and double pole. I prefer bipolar since it is safer and is more effective, isolating the electrical discharge from the healthy tissue.

Let's move on to the fifth item: advanced imaging tools.

These high-tech imaging tools have greatly transformed the way we perform surgery. I use Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Computed Tomography scans, and ultrasounds to plan my surgical steps and increase accuracy. They provide a clear view internally, thereby enabling me to identify any issues in advance and improve my surgical planning.

With the help of these imaging techniques, I am able to conduct safer surgeries and more effective, reducing complications for the patients.

So in a nutshell, the instruments we employ in the field of surgery are varied as the procedures we perform. Each serves a specific function, and all of them contribute to the success of the surgeries. As I improve in my abilities and stay current with new technology, I am confident we will continue to provide to our patients the highest quality of care available.

Suggested Readings:

1. Schwab CW and colleagues

A History of Surgery. The city of the city of New York: Springer Publishing Science and Business Media; 2013.

2. Aziz O and others

Fundamentals of Laparoscopic Surgery. The city of London: Springer Publishing-Verlag, Berlin and Heidelberg; 2013.

3. Schmitt C and co-authors

Electrosurgery: Fundamentals and Applications. The city of the city of New York: Springer Publishing; 2012.

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