Bipolar Electrode for the Tongue Base
The bipolar RaVoR™ probe for the stiffening of the tongue base is intended for patients suffering from light to moderate obstructive sleep apnea and retrolingual obstruction.
Advantages
Autoclavable and re-usable
Sutter bipolar RaVoR™ probes are very cost-efficient. The probes can be cleaned and autoclaved, just like conventional surgical instruments.
Instrument’s shape follows the anatomy
The shape of Sutter RaVoR™ probes always follows the anatomy, thus allowing easy access to the application site, giving excellent view and perfect control over the instrument .
More stability and optimized application
Compared to standard RaVoR™ instruments, the shaft of tongue base probes is slightly thicker and therefore stiffer. This feature gives the probes more stability, thus allowing surgeons to introduce the probes into the tissue easier and, as the instruments do not bend or deflect, in a highly controlled manner.
Lesions
Sutter RaVoR™ probes make oval-shaped, long lesions possible. Both shape and size allow treating a bigger area, while protecting the surface. Lesion always perfectly fit patient’s anatomy.
Protecting mucosa
A very thin insulating layer, which is placed under the mucosa, protects the surface from thermal damage. This unique technology helps both to reduce postoperative pain and to make the healing process fast and gentle.
