Ophthalmic Diathermy Electrode
Definition:
An item designed for use in retinal surgical procedures. May be sterilizable, autoclavable, and color coded for various other procedures such as for localization posterior at or to the equator, surface or partially penetrating diathermy, performation and release of subretinal fluid, and for tumor destruction.
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