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Aspirators/irrigators designed for automated or semiautomated irrigation, washing, and evacuation of debris from the peritoneum during laparoscopic procedures. These devices typically consist of an electromechanical main unit that usually includes a pump for irrigation/infusion of liquids (e.g., saline), an extractor (frequently using vacuum), and controls for the rate of irrigation/infusion and withdrawal of the liquid; surgical aspirators/irrigators are usually coupled to disposable laparoscopic handpieces and/or other laparoscopic instruments such as high-capacity tubing and electrosurgical (e.g., bipolar forceps) instruments.
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