Difference Between Energy Platform and Ultrasonic Scalpel
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Ultrasonic Scalpel: It achieves cutting and hemostasis via ultrasonic mechanical vibration, with no electric current output and minimal thermal injury. It is suitable for delicate pet surgeries including ovariohysterectomy, mastectomy, thyroidectomy and laparoscopic procedures.
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Energy Platform: An all‑in‑one multi‑functional surgical unit integrating monopolar electrosurgery, bipolar coagulation and large‑vessel sealing capabilities. One single unit covers full‑range general‑practice pet surgeries.
The most prominent difference between our large‑vessel sealing forceps and an ultrasonic scalpel lies in its sealing latch and activation points distributed across the entire jaw surface. There is no requirement to grasp only the anterior two‑thirds of tissue, nor manual control over activation duration. Targeted tissue undergoes coagulation and shrinkage first. Upon successful vascular hemostasis, the unit emits an audible beep and automatically stops; manual transection is then performed. This prevents oozing caused by premature tissue transection before complete vessel sealing, a known risk with ultrasonic scalpels.
The Energy Platform Is Not a Modified Electrosurgical Unit
It is a newly‑designed integrated device. Based on electrosurgical fundamentals, it features fully redesigned circuitry, main control unit and safety system, while integrating modules for ultrasonic energy, bipolar coagulation and vessel sealing. It is not a conventional electrosurgical generator with added ports, but a professional‑grade multi‑modality surgical energy system.
Power‑Level Selection
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Cats: Select Level 1 for extremely fine tissue bundles; note that lower power extends sealing duration. Select Level 2 for tissue bundles of normal thickness for optimal sealing performance and shorter sealing cycles. Select Level 3 for very large‑bodied cats.
(Power for cats is not recommended to exceed Level 3. Higher levels may be applied discretionally for thicker vessels in special sites such as the liver and spleen.)
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Dogs: Select applicable levels according to body size. Small‑breed dogs may follow the power‑selection criteria for cats. For average‑sized dogs, start with Level 2 or Level 3. For large breeds (Alaskan Malamute, Golden Retriever, Labrador Retriever, etc.), initiate at Level 4.
Note: Power‑level setting shall be determined primarily by the animal’s body weight and tissue characteristics. For thicker vessels in organs including liver and spleen, power may be increased as clinically appropriate.
