Electric Scalpel Induced Combustion of the Endotracheal Tube During Tracheostomy - Case Report
Bruno Vítor Martins Santiago,
Amanda Cavalcante Pineschi,
Ivan Pallacios,
Adriana Aleixo,
Ivani Corrêa Mesquita,
Carlos Darcy Alves Bersot
Issue:
Volume 2, Issue 4, August 2017
Pages:
49-52
Received:
4 April 2017
Accepted:
19 May 2017
Published:
17 July 2017
DOI:
10.11648/j.ajtcs.20170204.11
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Abstract: The electric scalpel operates on high values of electric current and tension, which leads to spark formation, exposing the staff to risks. Combustion depends on three elements: fuel, oxidant and ignition. The fuel is represented by the endotracheal tube (ET), composed by a material named polyvinyl chloride (PVC). The oxidant is represented by the oxygen. The ignition occurs when the electric scalpel, laser or diathermic loop are activated. The anesthesiologist plays a crucial role in the prevention and management of crises in the operating room.
Abstract: The electric scalpel operates on high values of electric current and tension, which leads to spark formation, exposing the staff to risks. Combustion depends on three elements: fuel, oxidant and ignition. The fuel is represented by the endotracheal tube (ET), composed by a material named polyvinyl chloride (PVC). The oxidant is represented by the o...
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