Generator
Generator (Medicine)
Generator (pronounced: jen-uh-rey-ter) is a term used in the field of medicine to describe a device that converts one form of energy into another. In a medical context, generators are often used to power medical devices or to produce specific forms of energy used in medical treatments.
Etymology
The term "generator" originates from the Latin word "generare" which means "to bring forth" or "to produce".
Types of Generators in Medicine
There are several types of generators used in medicine, including:
- Electrosurgical generator: This type of generator is used in electrosurgery to produce the high-frequency electrical current required for the procedure.
- Pacemaker generator: This is the power source for a pacemaker, a device that uses electrical impulses to regulate the beating of the heart.
- Radiofrequency generator: Used in radiofrequency ablation, this generator produces the radio waves that heat up and destroy abnormal tissue.
- Implantable pulse generator: This device, often used in neurostimulation therapies, generates electrical pulses that are delivered to specific nerves in the body.
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External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Generator
- Wikipedia's article - Generator
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