The significance of the characteristics of lubricating jellies in use during transurethral prostate resections with metallic sheaths
Flachenecker, G.; Fastenmeier, K.; Schmiedt, E.; Eisenberger, F.
Der Urologe. Ausg. a 16(3): 168-171
1977
ISSN/ISBN: 0340-2592 PMID: 878111 Document Number: 114991
If a metallic sheath is used during a transurethral resection of the prostate with high-frequency currents, the lubricating jelly has to exceed a prescribed conductivity, in order to prevent dangerous current-density spots within the urethra. Furthermore, the mechanical behaviour of the lubricating jelly and the mode of its application have to be considered carefully.