The multi-function probe combines both techniques, waterjet surgery and electrosurgery, in a single instrument. No change of instrument is required to carry out the four working steps: marking, elevation, incision/dissection and coagulation. Each function is effectively always available, should it be required. The HybridKnife can be used in any standard endoscope in gastroenterology. HybridK...
Full description
The multi-function probe combines both techniques, waterjet surgery and electrosurgery, in a single instrument. No change of instrument is required to carry out the four working steps: marking, elevation, incision/dissection and coagulation. Each function is effectively always available, should it be required. The HybridKnife can be used in any standard endoscope in gastroenterology. HybridKnife in Endoscopic Submucosal Dissection (ESD): marking, elevation, incision/dissection to coagulation – all working steps are performed with just one instrument, and all functions are available at all times. Even larger tumors can be resected efficiently with R0 technique, and above all en bloc. Thanks to elevation, the muscularis layer is protected mechanical and thermal perforation. The HybridKnife is also the instrument of choice for Peroral Endoscopic Myotomy (POEM). After elevation of the mucosa, the combination of the electrosurgery and the waterjet functions enables ive tunneling through the correct layer up to the lower esophageal sphincter and beyond. Following myotomy of the circular muscularis, the cut is covered by the remaining intact mucosa and the incision site is sealed with clips. The advantages of the application of the HybridKnife are also effective in STER, (Submucosal Tunneling, Endoscopic Resection). Following elevation, incision and tunneling, the submucosal tumor is resected and removed en bloc. The following types of probes are available: I-type: Versatile in application, large degree of freedom T-type: The model with the best properties for dissection and for working under tension; excellent coagulation properties O-type: The safety model; spherical shape provides protection through insulation at the tip of the probe
