Which of the following is the best method for managing surgical smoke plume generated during surgery?
a. Venting the laparoscopic port to the operating theatre without a filter attached.
b. Using an appropriately manufactured smoke evacuation system with the suction wand positioned as close to the tissue impact site as possible.
c. Using the regular suction device to suction the surgical smoke as the surgeon uses the diathermy.
d. Using the air-conditioning system in the operating theatre.
ANS: B
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