What is the recommended setting for an electrosurgical device when using a Proclaim implant?

The recommended setting for an electrosurgical device when using a Proclaim implant is bipolar mode. This choice is favored because bipolar electrosurgery offers enhanced safety when working near sensitive tissues and implanted devices. In bipolar mode, the electrical circuit passes through the tissue between the two tips of the instrument, which minimizes the risk of thermal injury to surrounding tissues and reduces the potential for stray current effects on the implant.

Using bipolar mode is particularly important when dealing with implants, as it limits the current to a specific area, thereby preventing complications that could arise from using monopolar settings, which can spread electrical current more broadly and inadvertently affect nearby structures. This ensures that the integrity of the Proclaim implant is maintained throughout the procedure.