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How is bleeding controlled during surgery?

Dr. Stuart A. Linder, MD
Dr. Stuart A. Linder, MD
Plastic Surgeon
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During surgery bleeding is normally controlled by either electrocauterization or direct ligation of the vessel. When operating each day I use a coagulation device that directly burns the small blood vessels and prevents hemmorhage. Larger blood vessels can be either hand tied off or suture ligated.

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