Radiowave Surgery
Concerned about the discomfort of surgery? We know how you feel. We have pets too. You're scheduling a surgical procedure for your pet. While you know that the procedure needs to be done, you're having second thoughts because of the associated pain and discomfort. We understand that because we hear comments all day long from concerned pet owners just like you.
Did you know that most surgical procedures can now be performed with radiowaves? That same tool that is used in human medicine has been adapted for use on animals. We have always made great efforts to lessen the discomfort to pets undergoing surgery. However, with new technology we can do even better.
How does radiowave surgery work?
A RF microfiber tip becomes energized by the radiowaves but does not become hot. The ultra high frequency radiowaves provide specific and delicate tissue interaction. This results in a focused cutting and coagulating effect which disintegrates and volatizes single cells minimizing the amount of tissue destruction. Healing is rapid and painless with formation of a supple tissue identical to surrounding normal tissue.
Why is radiowave frequency safer?
There is no risk of accidentally burning other areas of tissue through reflection or penetration of a light beam (as with laser).
Radiowave surgery offers distinct benefits to your pet?
- Decreased post-operative pain! Radiowave surgery seals nerve endings as it cuts.
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Decreased post-surgical swelling! Low temperature means less tissue destruction.
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Less blood loss! The radiowaves close off blood vessels as they cut.
- Reduced risk of infection! Radiowaves vaporize bacteria, preventing infectious agents from being seeded along the length of the incision.
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Quicker recovery! With less tissue destruction, healing is hastened and your pet will recover more quickly.
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No burning or charring of tissues! Radiowave surgery does not burn the tissue unlike laser or high-temperature electrosurgery.
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Safer than laser surgery! There are no safety hazards involved with radiowave technology.
Recovery time
Pets undergoing radiowave surgery generally recover faster with fewer side effects. Less bleeding, less pain, and less swelling allow for this faster recovery. To find out whether your pet's surgery can be done with radiowaves, please call us.
Cost
Radiowave surgery costs a little more than conventional surgery but no more than laser surgery. However, with the improvement in recovery time and the reduction of side effects, the overall expense may be not be that much different. The radiowave surgery option fees vary, depending on the surgical procedure.
