Every ARC 350 can optionally be fitted with the COMFORT SYSTEM, an option that forms part of the GastroCut, LIGATION and Resection packages. Take advantage of intelligent COMFORT instruments and secure for yourself decisive benefits for your workflow in the OR.
The COMFORT SYSTEM documents the use of the instruments in the instrument itself. The ARC 350 or the COMFORT BOX reads the information and, at a glance, identifies whether the instrument may still be used, thereby preventing the maximum number of uses being exceeded.
The Plug'n Cut functionality of the COMFORT SYSTEM enables the generator to automatically identify the instrument, check it and select the correct device settings. The Plug'n Cut COMFORT function thereby avoids incorrect settings.
With the ARC 350, monopolar simultaneous coagulation permits the simultaneous COAG activation of two monopolar handles for consistent tissue effects. This mode is especially ideal for coagulation and preparation, with the selected power setting being available for both handles. Applications include gynaecology with mastectomies, cardiac surgery with bypasses and surgery with multiple traumas.
Bipolar resection with the ARC 350 stands out on account of its extremely reliable initial cutting and high resection speed.
Reduced irritation of the obturator nerve and bipolar technology hugely increase operating safety in this field. Using saline solution as a medium prevents the danger of TUR syndrome.
In addition, monopolar transurethral resection of the prostate (TUR-P), surgical treatment of bladder tumours (TUR-BT) and vaporisation of the prostate tissue (TUR-VAP) can also be carried out with the ARC 350.
Resection Cut & COAG - Special modes for the use of bipolar resectoscopes in gynaecology and urology.
Four highly specialised functions for effective work are available for use in the field of cardiac surgery:
In addition to the modes for vessel sealing and monopolar and bipolar resection, a special function is available in gynaecology for laparoscopic supracervical removal of the uterus (LSH).
This mode – combined with the BOWA MetraLOOP instrument – offers more rapid cutting of the loop for uterus removal. Work can be accomplished safely, rapidly and precisely, even with large loops.
With the ARC 350's GastroCut modes, gastroenterologists can achieve the best results with polypectomy and papillotomy and endoscopic resections with loops or knife electrodes.
Gastroenterologists can adjust the haemostasis level of cutting and coagulation power to three speeds "slow", "medium" and "fast" as required to meet their needs.
The cut is optimised, the surgeon controls the cut's coagulation effect through the effect in nine steps. This allows the surgeon to work cautiously to avoid complications, as well as proceeding rapidly when the situation allows it.