A J Runia1, J F Zengerink, G H H Mannaerts. 1. Department of Surgery, Sint Franciscus Gasthuis, Schietbaanlaan 8-b, 3021 LJ, Rotterdam, The Netherlands. jetteke@weaponofchoice.nl
Abstract
BACKGROUND: Condensation on the scope's lens resulting from differences between room temperature and intraabdominal temperature is a disturbing problem for laparoscopic surgeons. Anti lens condensation solutions prevent fogging in the intraabdominal environment but are troublesome to apply to the scope. METHODS: A simple method of cleaning the lens with a syringe is reported. RESULTS: The described procedure appears to be a very simple, cheap, and effective technique for preventing condensation on the scope lens. CONCLUSION: The use of a simple syringe can prevent bothersome condensation on the scope lens during laparoscopic surgery.
BACKGROUND: Condensation on the scope's lens resulting from differences between room temperature and intraabdominal temperature is a disturbing problem for laparoscopic surgeons. Anti lens condensation solutions prevent fogging in the intraabdominal environment but are troublesome to apply to the scope. METHODS: A simple method of cleaning the lens with a syringe is reported. RESULTS: The described procedure appears to be a very simple, cheap, and effective technique for preventing condensation on the scope lens. CONCLUSION: The use of a simple syringe can prevent bothersome condensation on the scope lens during laparoscopic surgery.
Authors: Davey Kreeft; Ewout Aart Arkenbout; Paulus Wilhelmus Johannes Henselmans; Wouter R van Furth; Paul Breedveld Journal: Surg Innov Date: 2017-05-16 Impact factor: 2.058