Publications by authors named "Karen Mendez"
Article Synopsis
- The study looked at the dangers of radiation and acid pollution from fine coal waste stored in big piles called tailings dams.
- It found that this fine coal waste has levels of uranium and thorium that are higher than what is normally found around the world.
- The tests showed that there might be a risk from radiation, and that acid drainage (which is bad for the environment) can happen or not happen in the same place.
Background: Bipolar coagulation has enhanced the capabilities and safety profile of contemporary neurosurgery and has become indispensable in the neurosurgical armamentarium. Nevertheless, significant heat transfer issues remain to be resolved before it can achieve the status of minimal risk.
Methods: The Codman irrigating forceps, Codman ISOCOOL forceps, and Ellman bipolar forceps, powered by either Synergy or Ellman generators set at various power levels, were compared to investigate the combinations that would allow for the lowest rate of heat transfer.