Which One Is Better for Surgical Procedures, Tungsten Needles or Steel Needles?

Both tungsten needles and steel needles are commonly used needle-shaped instruments in surgical procedures. They each have their own advantages and disadvantages, and the specific choice depends on the type of surgery and doctor preference.

The advantages of tungsten needles include high strength, high hardness, high temperature resistance, good tissue compatibility, long service life, and easy operation. It is suitable for various types of surgery, such as general surgery, thoracoscopic surgery, neurosurgery, etc. During surgery, tungsten needles can play an important role in fixation, support and protection, and improve surgical efficiency and safety.

Steel needles are also a common needle-shaped surgical instrument, and their advantages include low price, easy processing and disinfection, etc. Steel needles also have high strength and hardness, and can be used to fix and support tissues. However, steel needles have poor tissue compatibility and are prone to cause rejection and infection. In addition, there may be defects in the heat treatment process of steel needles, such as decarburization and carburization, which leads to unstable performance of steel needles.

In summary, tungsten needles and steel needles each have their own advantages and disadvantages, and the choice of which needle-shaped instrument depends on the type of surgery and doctor preference. During surgery, doctors will choose the appropriate needle instrument based on the specific situation to ensure maximum surgical results.

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