Episode 156. Light Guide Cables – Do they Work and Why it Matters
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February 12, 2026 · 20 min · Episode 156
About this episode
Cheron Rojo discusses the deficiencies found in light guide cables used in laparoscopic procedures and offers advice on how to address these issues.
Cheron Rojo has found some interesting data on our light guide cables; essential pieces for viewing a surgical site during laparoscopic procedures; and the data isn’t good. In this episode, you’ll learn what percentage of light guide cables were determined to be failing or deficient, the reason for those deficiencies, and most importantly, some helpful advice on what we can do to fix it.
People in this episode
Guest: Cheron Rojo
Topics covered
- light guide cables
- surgical procedures
- laparoscopic surgery
- medical equipment
- safety standards
Keywords
- light guide cables
- surgical site
- laparoscopic procedures
- deficiencies
- medical advice
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