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U S E R G U I D E
L-128 Rev B Jan 2013
BioMedix
• 178 East 9th Street • Saint Paul, MN 55101
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support@BioMedix.com • www.BioMedix.com • Tel: 888-889-8997 • Fax: 651-762-4014

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  • Page 1 U S E R G U I D E L-128 Rev B Jan 2013 BioMedix • 178 East 9th Street • Saint Paul, MN 55101 ® support@BioMedix.com • www.BioMedix.com • Tel: 888-889-8997 • Fax: 651-762-4014...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Customer Support ........40 Some features listed in this document may not be available or activated in your version of PADnet or VEINnet. Screen images and photos in this guide are for illustrative purposes only. Actual appearance may vary. Data shown is for example purposes only and does not represent actual patient data. The information provided in this document is subject to change without notice as a result of changes in reimbursement laws, regulations, rules and policies.
  • Page 4 BioMedix • Saint Paul, MN 55101 • support@BioMedix.com ® www.BioMedix.com • Toll Free: 888-889-8997 • Fax: 651-762-4014...
  • Page 5: Symbols & Intended Use

    Intended Use Statement The BioMedix PADnet (or VEINnet) system is a non-invasive device used to assess the lower and upper extremity arterial and venous circulatory systems in order to assist in the identification of vascular disease. To assess the arterial system, the device uses pulse volume recording, arterial pulse contour analysis, and segmental systolic &...
  • Page 6: Cautions

    At the end of the device’s useful life, please contact your local garbage disposal municipality for proper disposal. Computers or printers should be tested and approved per IEC 60950 or equivalent standards prior to placing system into service. BioMedix • Saint Paul, MN 55101 • support@BioMedix.com ® www.BioMedix.com • Toll Free: 888-889-8997 • Fax: 651-762-4014...
  • Page 7: Emc Information

    Portable and mobile Radio Frequency (RF) communication equipment may interfere with the operation of BioMedix immunity of BioMedix devices. medical devices. • Verify normal operation if utilizing BioMedix medical devices adjacent to or stacked with other electrical BioMedix Vascular Solutions medical devices have been tested and found to comply with IEC/EN 60601-1-2. equipment.
  • Page 8 • Toll Free: 888-889-8997 • Fax: 651-762-4014 controlled. The customer or the user of BioMedix medical devices can help prevent electromagnetic interference by maintaining a minimum distance between portable and mobile RF communications equipment (transmitters) and BioMedix medical devices as recommended below, according to the maximum output power of the communications equipment.
  • Page 9 BioMedix medical devices are intended for use in an electromagnetic environment in which radiated RF disturbances are controlled. The customer or the user of BioMedix medical devices can help prevent electromagnetic interference by maintaining a minimum distance between portable and mobile RF communications equipment (transmitters) and BioMedix medical devices as recommended below, according to the maximum output power of the communications equipment.
  • Page 10: Warnings

    L-128 Rev B Jan 2013 Warnings • Never store PADnet or VEINnet near an air conditioning or heating ventilator. • Never place liquid containers on top of or near the device. • The device should never be opened. There are no user-serviceable parts inside.
  • Page 11: Power Management

    L-128 Rev B Jan 2013 Power Management The power management features of the included PC laptop have been optimized for use in the PADnet/VEINnet system. If this configuration is modified, the interface ports between the DTU and the PC might shut down to save power, resulting in performance issues.
  • Page 12 When the switch is in the “O” position, the device is powered off. B. Laptop Supplied laptop with PADnet or VEINnet software. C. Color Printer (optional) Connects to the laptop via wireless network or USB cable to allow test results and reports to be printed.
  • Page 13 PPG Probe port to the left of the Arterial/ Occlusion Cuff port. Insert the connector by pushing it in until it snaps into place. BioMedix • Saint Paul, MN 55101 • support@BioMedix.com ® www.BioMedix.com • Toll Free: 888-889-8997 • Fax: 651-762-4014...
  • Page 14 B. USB The USB connector is plugged in to this port. This is the communication link between the laptop computer and the device. BioMedix • Saint Paul, MN 55101 • support@BioMedix.com ® www.BioMedix.com • Toll Free: 888-889-8997 • Fax: 651-762-4014...
  • Page 15: Extension Hose

    Allows for increased distance between the device and the patient during venous testing. D. Above Knee Cuff (Part Number 9201 or 9206) P PADnet only or VEINnet with arterial upgrades Durable, latex-free cuff placed above the knee during V VEINnet only or PADnet with venous upgrades arterial testing.
  • Page 16: Photoplethysmographic Probe (Ppg)

    Measuring tape used to measure the circumference of The surge protector will protect the device from the limb to provide additional information during testing. electrical system surges. BioMedix • Saint Paul, MN 55101 • support@BioMedix.com ® www.BioMedix.com • Toll Free: 888-889-8997 • Fax: 651-762-4014...
  • Page 17: Lower Limb Pillow

    V VEINnet only or PADnet with venous upgrades Note: Some items applicable only for VEINnet or PADnet with venous upgrades. Contact your sales representative or call 877-854- 0014 to activate optional modules. Item images are for general reference only. Actual items may vary.
  • Page 18 BioMedix • Saint Paul, MN 55101 • support@BioMedix.com ® www.BioMedix.com • Toll Free: 888-889-8997 • Fax: 651-762-4014...
  • Page 19: Arterial Testing

    PADnet AND VEINnet USER GUIDE ® ™ L-128 Rev B Jan 2013 Arterial Testing FOR PADNET USERS AND VEINNET USERS WITH ARTERIAL UPGRADES BioMedix • Saint Paul, MN 55101 • support@BioMedix.com ® www.BioMedix.com • Toll Free: 888-889-8997 • Fax: 651-762-4014...
  • Page 20 0 to 1,440 minutes by administrative 5. Enter the patient’s insurance information (Figure 1.6, users. To disable automatic logoff, select 0 minutes. next page). BioMedix • Saint Paul, MN 55101 • support@BioMedix.com ® www.BioMedix.com • Toll Free: 888-889-8997 • Fax: 651-762-4014...
  • Page 21 7. The Notes tab is used to document observations about FIGURE 1.9 - Indications Tab the patient (Figure 1.8). BioMedix ® • Saint Paul, MN 55101 • support@BioMedix.com www.BioMedix.com • Toll Free: 888-889-8997 • Fax: 651-762-4014...
  • Page 22: Pulse Volume Recording Waveforms

    Connect the PPG probe (if FIGURE 1.13 - Right Arm - “Start” Button applicable) to the PPG port on the front of the device. BioMedix • Saint Paul, MN 55101 • support@BioMedix.com ® www.BioMedix.com • Toll Free: 888-889-8997 • Fax: 651-762-4014...
  • Page 23 PPG probe (Figure 1.16). If a PPG probe is not available, the user may skip the confirmation of return of flow. However, this BioMedix • Saint Paul, MN 55101 • support@BioMedix.com ® www.BioMedix.com • Toll Free: 888-889-8997 • Fax: 651-762-4014...
  • Page 24: Ankle-Brachial Index (Pressures)

    For the right ABI, the software FIGURE 1.19 - Right Above Knee PVR - “Stop” Button use right ankle pressure for calculation. (Normal ABI: 1.0 to 1.40) BioMedix • Saint Paul, MN 55101 • support@BioMedix.com ® www.BioMedix.com • Toll Free: 888-889-8997 • Fax: 651-762-4014...
  • Page 25: Segmental Pressures

    26. After pressure is released from the cuff, click the point of return of flow as detected by the PPG probe. Click “Done” (Figure 1.22). BioMedix • Saint Paul, MN 55101 • support@BioMedix.com ® www.BioMedix.com • Toll Free: 888-889-8997 • Fax: 651-762-4014...
  • Page 26: Toe-Brachial Index

    “Start”, or press 1 (Figure screen. Click “Save” and “Next” to continue (Figure 1.26, 1.24). next page). BioMedix • Saint Paul, MN 55101 • support@BioMedix.com ® www.BioMedix.com • Toll Free: 888-889-8997 • Fax: 651-762-4014...
  • Page 27: Post-Exercise

    “Save”, or press 2 (Figure 1.28). Note: Post-Exercise testing is an optional module. To purchase this feature, contact your sales representative or call 877-854-0014 BioMedix ® • Saint Paul, MN 55101 • support@BioMedix.com www.BioMedix.com • Toll Free: 888-889-8997 • Fax: 651-762-4014...
  • Page 28 (Figure 1.30). FIGURE 1.32 - Exercise Period - “Save” and “Next” Buttons FIGURE 1.30 - Exercise Period - “Start” Button and Notes Field BioMedix • Saint Paul, MN 55101 • support@BioMedix.com ® www.BioMedix.com • Toll Free: 888-889-8997 • Fax: 651-762-4014...
  • Page 29 53. After a full screen of consistent quality waveforms has appeared, click “Stop” (“Start” button changes to “Stop”), or press 1 (Figure 1.36, next page). BioMedix • Saint Paul, MN 55101 • support@BioMedix.com ® www.BioMedix.com • Toll Free: 888-889-8997 • Fax: 651-762-4014...
  • Page 30: Doppler Enabled Pressure Method

    FIGURE 1.38 - Admin Menu - “Office Settings...” minute interval. Then, click record the arm and ankle pressures again by repeating steps 44–51. BioMedix • Saint Paul, MN 55101 • support@BioMedix.com ® www.BioMedix.com • Toll Free: 888-889-8997 • Fax: 651-762-4014...
  • Page 31 Summary screen next to the Ankle pressure locations. measurement in the Manual Pressures window. Then click “OK” (Figure 1.42, next page). BioMedix • Saint Paul, MN 55101 • support@BioMedix.com ® www.BioMedix.com • Toll Free: 888-889-8997 • Fax: 651-762-4014...
  • Page 32: Doppler Enabled Post-Exercise

    Wait inflated cuff or manual pressure) for each subsequent for a two-minute interval. Then, click “Start” and take location. the arm pressure. BioMedix • Saint Paul, MN 55101 • support@BioMedix.com ® www.BioMedix.com • Toll Free: 888-889-8997 • Fax: 651-762-4014...
  • Page 33 22. Click “Next” after the final 10th minute pressure to bring up the overview of the study. Click “Exit” when finished (Figure 1.45). FIGURE 1.46 - Test Summary Screen - “Exit” Button BioMedix • Saint Paul, MN 55101 • support@BioMedix.com ® www.BioMedix.com • Toll Free: 888-889-8997 • Fax: 651-762-4014...
  • Page 34: Sending Tests For Interpretation

    “Get Scored Tests” Buttons FIGURE 1.48 - Home screen - “Send/Receive Tests” Link Note: A working internet connection is required to send and receive tests. BioMedix • Saint Paul, MN 55101 • support@BioMedix.com ® www.BioMedix.com • Toll Free: 888-889-8997 • Fax: 651-762-4014...
  • Page 35: Printing Tests

    1. Click the Report tab. Be sure “Summary” and “PVR” boxes are checked, then click “Print...”(Figure 1.52). FIGURE 1.52 - Report Tab - Checkboxes and “Print...” Button BioMedix • Saint Paul, MN 55101 • support@BioMedix.com ® www.BioMedix.com • Toll Free: 888-889-8997 • Fax: 651-762-4014...
  • Page 37: Venous Testing

    PADnet AND VEINnet USER GUIDE ® ™ L-128 Rev B Jan 2013 Venous Testing FOR VEINNET USERS AND PADNET USERS WITH VENOUS UPGRADES BioMedix • Saint Paul, MN 55101 • support@BioMedix.com ® www.BioMedix.com • Toll Free: 888-889-8997 • Fax: 651-762-4014...
  • Page 38 0 to 1440 minutes by administrative users. To disable automatic logoff, select 0 minutes. FIGURE 2.5 - Patient Tab and Primary Insurance Type Dropdown BioMedix • Saint Paul, MN 55101 • support@BioMedix.com ® www.BioMedix.com • Toll Free: 888-889-8997 • Fax: 651-762-4014...
  • Page 39: Venous Outflow

    FIGURE 2.9 - Venous Testing - “Start” Button a. Asymmetry of Limbs b. Measurement of thickest part of calf c. Wells Assessment d. CEAP Classification BioMedix • Saint Paul, MN 55101 • support@BioMedix.com ® www.BioMedix.com • Toll Free: 888-889-8997 • Fax: 651-762-4014...
  • Page 40: Venous Refill

    For both testing methods, the patient should be in area on the chart. a seated position, upright (not leaning forward) and towards the edge of a stationary chair. BioMedix • Saint Paul, MN 55101 • support@BioMedix.com ® www.BioMedix.com • Toll Free: 888-889-8997 • Fax: 651-762-4014...
  • Page 41 This completes venous testing. FIGURE 2.14 - Right Lower Extremity Test Screen - Green Segment Indicator and “Stop” Button BioMedix • Saint Paul, MN 55101 • support@BioMedix.com ® www.BioMedix.com • Toll Free: 888-889-8997 • Fax: 651-762-4014...
  • Page 42: Sending Tests For Interpretation

    FIGURE 2.17 - Send/Receive Tests Window - “Update” and to display it (Figure 2.19). “Send Signed Tests” Buttons BioMedix • Saint Paul, MN 55101 • support@BioMedix.com ® www.BioMedix.com • Toll Free: 888-889-8997 • Fax: 651-762-4014...
  • Page 43: Printing Tests

    1. Click the Report tab. Be sure “Summary” and “Venous” boxes are checked, then choose “Print...” (Figure 2.20). FIGURE 2.20 - Report Tab - Print Selection Checkboxes and “Print” Button BioMedix • Saint Paul, MN 55101 • support@BioMedix.com ® www.BioMedix.com • Toll Free: 888-889-8997 • Fax: 651-762-4014...
  • Page 44: Customer Support

    Some features listed in this document may not be available or activated in your version of PADnet or VEINnet. Screen images and photos in this guide are for illustrative purposes only. Actual appearance may vary. Data shown is for example purposes only and does not represent actual patient data. The information provided in this document is subject to change without notice as a result of changes in reimbursement laws, regulations, rules and policies.

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