A Comparative Study between Cautery and Scalpel Incisions in Surgery: Clinical Outcomes and Patient-Centered Impacts
Abstract: Background: Abdominal surgeries such as cholecystectomy, appendicectomy, laparotomy, and hernioplasty require precise incisions. The method of incision-scalpel versus electrocautery-significantly influences intraoperative blood loss, healing time, post-operative pain, infection rates, and cosmetic outcomes. This study aimed to compare the outcomes of these two common incision techniques to guide evidence-based surgical practice and patient-centered care. Materials and Methods: A prospective interventional clinical study was conducted at Rama Medical College and Hospital over 1.5 years (May 2023 ? September 2024). Eighty patients were included and divided equally into two groups: Group A (Scalpel) ? 40 patients, Group B (Electrocautery/Diathermy)-40 patients. Parameters measured included incision time, intraoperative blood loss, need for additional hemostasis, post-operative pain (VAS scale), infection rates, healing time, and cosmetic satisfaction. Patients were followed for 30 days post-operatively. Results: Incision Time: Scalpel group was faster (6.8 ? 1.5 min) compared to cautery (8.3 ? 1.8 min), p
Keywords: Scalpel, Electrocautery, Incision Techniques, Abdominal Surgery, Wound Healing, Post-operative Pain, Cosmetic Outcomes, Surgical Efficiency
How to Cite?: Dr. Parul Singh, Dr. Gyanendra Mittal, Dr. Bipin Chandra Joshi, "A Comparative Study between Cautery and Scalpel Incisions in Surgery: Clinical Outcomes and Patient-Centered Impacts", Volume 14 Issue 7, July 2025, International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR), Pages: 1907-1910, https://www.ijsr.net/getabstract.php?paperid=MR25730124549, DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.21275/MR25730124549