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Karl Storz | S-Pilot
Smoke created during laparoscopic procedures doesn't just make it
harder for the surgeon to see the operating field, it can also cause
headaches, nausea, and nose and throat irritation among OR person-
nel.
The S-Pilot, which is activated with the footswitch of a connected
high-frequency generator, is designed to quickly and easily remove air-
borne particles from the abdomen. When the generator is stopped, the
S-Pilot continues for a short time, so smoke is completely removed
from the cavity and tubing set, and then shuts off automatically.
In addition to being compatible with the Karl Storz generator, it's
also compatible with several other manufacturers' generators.
