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* Radio frequency current, unlike the 60 cycle current from the wall outlet, can and does “leak” through the insulation on the cord or electrode. No matter how thick the layer of insulation is, there will be some current leakage with the use of this high frequency current. The higher the voltage, the more insulation it can overcome, resulting in a higher amount of leakage current. Consequently, avoid wrapping active electrode cords around metal instruments and bundling cords together. * If the patient has an external or internal pacemaker, use electrosurgery with extreme caution. The elect