Procedure spotlight
Mobilize the left lateral segments
Begin parenchymal transection including small intrahepatic vessels (<5mm)
Transect portal pedicles to segments 2 and 3
Transect isolated left hepatic vein
Mobilize the left lateral segments
Begin parenchymal transection including small intrahepatic vessels (<5mm)
Transect portal pedicles to segments 2 and 3
Mobilize the left lateral segments
Best in class performance and usability*
Begin parenchymal transection including small intrahepatic vessels (<5mm)
Precision & strength for more secure sealing †‡
Transect portal pedicles to segments 2 and 3
Stability for potentially less tissue trauma§
Transect isolated left hepatic vein
Precise placement on fragile pulmonary vessels¶
Site references
*Based on a pre-clinical study.
†Based on a benchtop study with 5-7mm porcine carotid arteries. HARMONIC® HD (1878 mmHg) vs. LigaSure Maryland (1171 mmHg) and LigaSure Impact (1224 mmHg). (p<0.05).
‡Based on benchtop metrology and porcine comparative studies vs. legacy HARMONIC®, LigaSure™ Maryland and Impact devices.
§Based on similarity of relevant design features between Powered Echelon Flex and subsequent powered ECHELON Devices, no significant difference in performance is expected.
¶Compared to the Endo GIA™ Curved Tip Reload with Tri-Staple™ technology. PVE35A, EGIA30CTAVM, and PSE45A articulation data from IFUs of each device.