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Bihlermed/View Medical | Surgilight
This high-powered surgical light is an inventive way to illuminate
small-cavity sites. The 24-inch device attaches to an existing boom,
and the flexible, snake-like shaft positions a light-emitting diode
(LED) light source above the surgical field. The lens adjusts to let you
focus the size of the beam spot from 3 inches to 6 inches, depending
on the operating distance. As opposed to a surgical headlight, the
Surgilight is independent of the surgeon's head, so you don't have to
consider any comfort issues, such as weight, fit or heat intensity. Also,
because the light is affixed to one central point, the angle of the beam
doesn't change when you shift positions or move your head for a dif-
ferent view of the surgical field. An extended-life battery means the
Surgilight can provide 6 to 12 hours of steady illumination, depending
on the brightness settings, so it's ideal for even long orthopedic cases.
