The rf cutting loop electrode is assembled by inserting the proximal end in to the working element of resectoscope.Thereafter, the inner and outer metallic sheath is assembled, covering the rf electrode stem and distal tip.Upon application of rf energy via resectoscope connection, the cutting loop tip is energized for tissue resection.It is important that doctor activate the rf energy while the cutting loop tip is outside of the outer sheath and does not activate rf energy inside the outer sheath.If for any reason the cutting loop top comes in the contact with metallic viewing endoscope or metallic portion of the outer sheath (due to broken or missing ceramic insulation), while the rf energy is activated, resulting into short circuit and spark, causing loop wire to break.It is also possible if the doctor used incorrect size of inner / outer sheath and cutting loop or excessive force, causing loop to break.Since we did not receive info regarding instrumentation used during the procedure, it is difficult to conduct technical analysis and eval.
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