Covidien Monopolar Laparoscopic Valley Lab Reusable Cord 10'

Covidien Monopolar Laparoscopic Valley Lab Reusable Cord 10'

• Overall Length: 10'

The Covidien / Valleylab Monopolar Laparoscopic Reusable Cord (10 ft) serves as a vital link between laparoscopic surgical instruments and electrosurgical generators in procedures that require monopolar energy (i.e. the classical “active electrode / return electrode” configuration). In laparoscopic surgery, the surgeon often uses insulated instruments that deliver current to target tissue through a tip, while the return current travels via the patient return electrode pad. This cord ensures a safe, low‑impedance, shielded transmission of high-frequency electrosurgical current from the generator to the instrument, minimizing energy losses, leakage, and interference.

Because laparoscopic access involves long instrument runs and potential routing through trocars and ports, a 10 ft (≈ 3 m) cable provides necessary reach and flexibility in the operating room. The reusable design means it can survive multiple cycles of sterilization (e.g. autoclaving or other validated sterilization regimens) provided proper handling, cleaning, and maintenance. That reduces per‑case cost versus a disposable alternative, as long as the cord remains within manufacturer performance and safety tolerances.

In practical use, the cord is handled with care — being routed, secured, and sometimes shielded to keep it away from sharp instrument edges. Its insulation and connector integrity are critical, because any breach in insulation could lead to stray current paths (which pose burn or unintended tissue damage risk). High quality manufacture, testing, and adherence to cleaning/inspection protocols are essential for patient and user safety. Though it may seem a simple cable, it is a critical component in the surgical energy delivery chain, and a failure or degradation in the cord (e.g. insulation damage, increased resistance, connector wear) can cause degraded performance or safety hazards in the OR.