Ethicon launched the ENSEAL X1 Large Jaw Tissue Sealer, the first in a new generation of ENSEAL devices. In preclinical testing, ENSEAL X1 Large Jaw Tissue Sealer has shown improved sealing over LigaSure Impact through less bleeding¹, less thermal spread² and better ergonomics³. The device is a demonstration of Ethicon's commitment to improving the surgeon experience and is designed to meet the demands of open procedures such as colectomies and hysterectomies.
 
The ENSEAL X1 Large Jaw Tissue Sealer was carefully designed to enhance surgeons' efficiency and comfort and is indicated for use in open general, gynecologic, urologic, thoracic, and vascular procedures by offering better hemostasis, better tissue management, and better ergonomics. With a larger distal electrode surface area⁴, powered by the Ethicon generator with Adaptive Tissue Technology, the ENSEAL X1 Large Jaw Tissue Sealer had 88% less bleeding in thick tissue compared to LigaSure Impact¹ and 41% less thermal spread². An improved design compared to LigaSure Impact³ offers separate seal and cut functionally and convenient control placement designed for less hand movement⁵, and 360° shaft rotation is intended to improve access to targeted tissue.⁶
 
"I really like the ergonomics, the weight of the instrument, the ease of closure, and also the ease of advancement of the blade to cut through thick tissue," said James Kondrup⁷, M.D., minimally invasive gynecologic surgeon at Lourdes Hospital in Binghamton, N.Y. "This will allow my team and me to stay more focused on the patient and the procedure at hand. The ENSEAL X1 Large Jaw will be an excellent addition to our toolbox for performing open and vaginal hysterectomies."
 
With the addition of ENSEAL X1 Large Jaw Tissue Sealer, Ethicon provides customers access to the most comprehensive Advanced Energy devices portfolio from a single supplier. The ENSEAL X1 Large Jaw is compatible with the existing Ethicon GEN11 Generator and can replace other products or provide an alternative to existing Ethicon advanced bipolar devices to deliver greater value for the health system.
 
"ENSEAL X1 is the latest example of how Ethicon is advancing technology to give surgeons greater control, access, and accuracy during surgical procedures in an effort to improve outcomes for patients," said Michael del Prado, company group chairman, Ethicon.
 
References
¹Preclinical test of distal tip bleeding (ENSEAL vs Impact-LF4318) in thick porcine mesentery base (p<0.001). (C2169). 
²Preclinical testing on porcine carotids (ENSEAL vs Impact-LF4318) that measured mean max lateral thermal damage via histology (p=0.005). (C2155)
³(C2114). 
⁴(C2166). 
⁵(C2160). 
⁶(C2158).
⁷Dr. Kondrup is a paid consultant for Ethicon.