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| Lengths of the Epix Laparoscopic Scissor Handles: |
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Definition
| Standard: 35mm and 45mm,
Inline: 38mm and 45mm |
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| The ______________ Jaw Hinge eliminates the “wings” that can catch on tissue and cause undue trauma and/or bleeding |
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| What is unique about our cautery post? |
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Definition
| Rotates 360 degrees - reduces tangling of the cord during the procedure |
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| Features and benefits of the Epix Laparoscopic Scissor Standard Handle: |
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Definition
| Ergonomic standard scissor handle with removable scissor inserts increases comfort range of motion and accommodates a range of hand sizes |
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| Features and benefits of the Epix Laparoscopic Scissor Inline Handle: |
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Definition
| Ergonomic inline handle increases range of motion during single site procedures |
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| Key disposable scissor competitors (2): |
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| Key reposable scissor competitors (1): |
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| Clinical advantages/disadvantages for disposable scissors? |
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Definition
| Fresh, sharp blade for every case, less hard stainless steel dulls fast |
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| Clinical advantages/disadvantages reposable scissors? |
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Definition
hard stainless steel stays sharp throughout entire procedure,
scissors dull after several uses. Need to be resharpened and can be dull when pulled from lap tray |
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Term
| Which is perceived to be more cost effective, disposable or reusable scissors? What are some of the hidden costs associated with reusables? |
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Definition
| reusables perceived. hidden = resharpening fees, wasted OR time if pulled dull and surgeon needs to wait for another scissor to be pulled. |
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Term
| What are the advantages of Applied Medical’s Epix Laparoscopic Scissor over Ethicon & Covidien Disposables (2)? |
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Definition
| high performance blades sustain sharpness throughout procedure, monopolar rotating cautery post minimizes cord tangling |
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Term
| What are the advantages of Applied Medical’s Epix Laparoscopic Scissor over the Microline reposable scissor? |
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Definition
| new fully insulated shaft for every case reduces chances of arcing, monopolar rotating cautery post minimizes cord tangling |
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Term
| Describe the Epix Laparoscopic Grasper jaws. What is the benefit? |
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Definition
| Silicone pad covered with lattice mesh. Provides traction independent of pressure, superior atraumatic grip on compromised or delicate tissue |
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Term
| Describe all competitive (disposable and reusable) atraumatic grasper jaws. |
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Definition
| Metal rounded tooth jaws (considered atraumatic). We have only TRULY atraumatic. |
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Term
| What is infinite point lock? |
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Definition
| Allows the jaws to be locked at any point along closure of the handle. Not ratcheting |
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Term
| List three type of surgeons who would benefit from the Epix Laparoscopic Grasper with an appropriate type of case for each surgeon. |
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Definition
| Colorectal - colectomy, Bariatric - gastic band, sleeve, roux-en-y, Gynecology - myomectomy |
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Term
| The Epix Laparoscopic Grasper lengths |
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Definition
| Standard: 35mm, 45mm, Inline: 38mm, 45mm |
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Term
| What are the centimeter markings on the shaft used for? |
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Definition
| To measure intra abdominal tissue |
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Term
| Define dissection as it pertains to the use of a laparoscopic dissector |
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Definition
| Separation of tissue with hemostasis |
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Term
| What are the top 3 features and benefits o the Epix Laparoscopic Dissector? |
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Definition
| Low profile jaw hinge: no protruding wings, does not catch or hang up on tissue, Fully insulated dissection shaft: Always new insulation, extends length of shaft all the way to the jaws enhancing safety by eliminating exposed conductive surfaces, Rotating cautery post: universal monopolar cautery connector with rotating post minimizes cord tangling |
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Term
| Laparoscopic Dissector lengths |
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Definition
Standard: 35mm, 45mm
Inline: 38mm, 45mm |
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Term
| For the Epix Laparoscopic Dissector Inline handle, what are the shaft options? |
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Definition
| Straight, fixed 20 degree angled shaft |
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Term
| With the fixed 20 degree angle shaft Inline Epix Laparoscopic Dissector, what does the Shaft Rotation Knob do? |
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Definition
| Locks the shaft in desired position (up, down, left, right) |
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Term
| Key disposable dissector competitors (2): |
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Definition
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Term
| Key reposable competitors: |
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Definition
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Term
| What is the advantage of the Dissector fully insulated shaft over the Microline dissector? |
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Definition
| Fully insulated dissector shaft with new insulation every case vs. reusable handle has reprocessed insulation that can arc when energy flows through. |
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Term
| What are all metal clips made of? |
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Definition
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Term
| What is TiGold technology |
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Definition
| Advanced metallurgic process that produces titanium clip with less rebound for greater tissue security |
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Term
| What is unique about the last 3 clips in the Direct Drive Clip Applier/Epix Universal Clip Applier? |
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Definition
| They visually (blue/purple clips) give advanced warning that the clip applier is almost empty |
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Term
| What is the difference between the Direct Drive Clip Applier/Epix Universal Clip Applier “Advanced Clip Delivery System” vs. competitive clip appliers (2)? |
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Definition
| Both have half moving parts, They are not spring loaded |
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Term
| The Direct Drive Clip Applier has a ____ size clip. |
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Definition
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Term
| The Direct Drive Clip Applier is designed to fit down a _____ mm or larger trocar. |
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Definition
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Term
| Direct Drive Clip Applier has how many clips? |
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Definition
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Term
| Why is the Applied Medical Direct Drive Clip Applier’s cholangiozone different than the Ethicon ER320 Clip Applier? |
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Definition
| The Direct Drive cholangiozone stops when the ratcheting handle stops, the Ethicon zone starts when the audible click is heard |
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Term
| What does the audible click indicate when firing the Direct Drive Clip Applier? |
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Definition
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| What are the top 3 features and benefits of Applied’s Direct Drive Clip Applier? |
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Definition
TiGold Clip: Advanced metallurgical process that produces a titanium clip with less rebound, for greater tissue security,
Stronger jaw design: allows the surgeon to manipulate tissue in the jaw with less scissoring of clips, Advanced clip delivery system: minimizes jamming and misfires |
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Term
| The Epix Universal Clip Applier has a ____ size clip |
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Definition
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Term
| The Epix Universal Clip Applier is designed to fit down a ____ mm or larger trocar |
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Definition
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Term
| The Epix Universal Clip Applier comes loaded with ____ number of clips. |
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Definition
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Term
| Covidien’s 5mm clip applier is called ______ with ___ ___ size clips |
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Definition
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Term
| What about the Epix Universal Clip Applier allows it to have “true” M/L clips? (2) |
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Definition
| Strong jaw design enables the applier to consistently close on true M/L clips, Advanced delivery system has inner diameter that allows M/L clips to be fired |
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Term
| What are the top 3 features and benefits of the Epix Universal Clip Applier? |
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Definition
| True M/L TiGold Clips: in both length and thickness providing 100% better retention compared to competitive 5mm clip appliers,Strong Jaw Design: allows surgeon to manipulate tissue in the jaw with less scissoring of clips, Wide Jaw Opening: allows better access on larger vessels or structures and provides better visualization and control for clip placement |
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Term
| TiGold heat-treated titanium clips provide superior clip security vs. competitive 5mm clips by what percentage? |
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Term
| What are the top 3 features and benefits of the Inzii 10mm retrieval system? |
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Definition
| 4mil bag: has unmatched strength and durability which minimizes chance of breaks and contamination, Seam on one side: seam is weakest part on the bag, seam on one side reduces chance of breaks, Unique guide bead: designed to perform with today’s nonbladed trocars guides specimen bag through small fascial defect during extraction |
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Term
| What are the top 3 features and benefits of the Inzii Universal Retrieval System? |
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Definition
| 5mm introducer: allows 10mm specimen bag to be delivered in a 5mm device, facilities total 5mm solution (can be used through the Kii 5mm trocar or larger), 4mil bag (4mil thickness with 6mil reinforced tip design): has unmatched strength and durability which minimizes chance of breaks and contamination, Unique guide bead: designed to perform with today’s nonbladed trocars, guides the specimen bag through small fascial defects during extraction |
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Term
| What are the top 3 features and benefits of the Inzii 12/15mm Retrieval System? |
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Definition
| 4mil bag (4mil thickness with a 6mil reinforced tip design): has unmatched strength and durability which minimizes chance of breaks and contamination, Seam on one side: seam is weakest part on the bag, seam on one side reduces chance of breaks, 12mm introducer: allows bag to be introduced through 12mm applied medical tracer cannulas and various manufacturer cannulas. ** All Ethicon, All Weck, Covidien Versaport Plus, Covidien Blunt Tip |
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Term
| What mil thickness is the tip of the following? |
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Definition
| Inzii 10mm Retrieval System - 4mil, Inzii Universal Retrieval System - 6mil, Inzii 12/15mm Retrieval System - 6mil |
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Term
| What is the weakest point on a specimen bag? What is unique about Inzii 10mm Retrieval System/Inzii Universal Retrieval System/Inzii 12/15mm Retrieval System bag design to compensate for this? |
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Definition
| Seam. The seam is on one side of the bag, reduces chances of breaks. |
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Term
| Name the benefit of the Inzii Distinctive Cord Design: |
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Definition
| Allows bag to be easily opened and closed multiple times, allows additional specimens to be placed in the bag, and/or debulking of the specimen without having to cut the bag |
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Term
| Name the benefit of the Inzii looped cord? |
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Definition
| Provides traction for surgeon to facilitate easier removal of bag and specimen through fascial defect |
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Term
| Give the Product Name of the following Standard competitive specimen bags the thickness of the bag material. |
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Definition
| Covidien: Endocatch Gold - 2mm, Ethicon: Endopouch - 3mm |
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Term
| What are the 2 main competitive 15mm competitive specimen bags (Company and Product name) |
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Definition
| Covidien: Endocatch 2, Anchor: Tissue Retrieval System |
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Term
| What material is the Anchor Tissue Retrieval System made of? |
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Definition
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Term
| Name 2 common laparoscopic procedures and the respective surgical specialties where Inzii may be used |
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Definition
| Lap Chole: General Surgeon, Lap Appy: General Surgeon, or others as relevant |
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