McKesson Argent Surgical Cautery Tip

Features of McKesson Argent High Temperature Cautery Tip

• Ideal for procedures that require precise homeostasis
• Constant burn time of 10 minutes
• These cautery tips are also excellent for evacuation of Subungual hematoma
• It can reach high temperatures, making it suitable for cutting through thicker tissues, such as muscles and tendons
• The fine tip enables the surgeon to work in tight spaces, reducing the risk of damaging surrounding tissue

Frequently Bought Together

• McKesson Procedure Towel
• McKesson Entrust Performance Mobile Instrument Stand
• 3M Steri Drape Cardiovascular Pack

How to use Argent High Temperature Fine Tip Cautery?

1. Remove cautery from the sterile pouch.
2. Remove and retain the cap.
3. Hold cautery avoiding wire cautery tip. Push & hold the button to activate the cautery tip. Release the button to deactivate the cautery tip.
4. Replace the retained cap. Close the cap securely.
5. Avoid fire in a sharps container.
6. Break off the wire tip. Replace the retained cap.
7. Snap the end cap to open the battery compartment.
   Remove and dispose of the battery.
8. Use proper disposal.

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Warnings:

• Do not use in presence of flammable gases/materials or oxygen-rich environments. Fire could result.
• Cautery produces heat in excess of 1000 degrees F, which can cause burns or fire from misuse.
• Accidental exposure to the cautery tip may lead to inadvertent burns to the patient or user.
• Prolonged tissue exposure to cautery may lead to damage to adjacent tissue.
• Cautery tip will remain hot immediately after deactivation and may cause inadvertent burns to the user or patient.
• This medical device cannot be effectively cleaned and/or sterilized by the user and therefore cannot be safely reused. It is intended for single use only. Any attempt by the user to clean or re-sterilize this device may result in biocompatibility, infection, or other risks of device failure to the patient.
• Always retain the cover cap and replace it on the cautery when not in use.
• Deactivate the cautery before discarding the device in a biohazard or “Sharps” disposal container. First, break or cut off the cautery wire tip using hemostats and replace the cover cap. Remove batteries by breaking off the end cap. Failure to follow this instruction could result in unintended activation of the cautery and may cause a fire in the disposal container.

Cautions:

• Federal (USA) law restricts this device to sale by or on the order of a physician. Do not use it if the packaging is opened or damaged.
• Do not use this device if the pouch is damaged or opened.
• Excessive activation may cause the handle to overheat.
• Applying excessive force on the cautery during use may cause the tip to bend or break.
• To avoid an undesirable effect, select a proper cautery model.
• The recommended Duty Cycle is 2 Seconds on and 6 Seconds off for a continuous time of no longer than 15 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Argent High-Temperature Fine Tip Cautery used for?

This is a hand-held battery-powered device that delivers thermal energy through a heating element to the patient by use of an activation switch.

What is the temperature range of the Argent High-Temperature Fine Tip Cautery?

The Argent High-Temperature Fine Tip Cautery can reach high temperatures of up to 1200°C.

What is a cauterizing pen?

A cautery pen, also known as the cautery pencil or simply as cautery is a medical device doctors use to stop bleeding. A direct or alternating current is passed through a metal wire to generate heat. The heat is then conducted through the pen's tip, to seal off tiny blood vessels.