Caring For Transducers - Siemens ACUSON Antares Instructions For Use Manual

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Caring for Transducers

WARNING: Always place a sterile, non-pyrogenic transducer sheath on a
transducer used in procedures requiring sterility.
WARNING: There have been reports of severe allergic reactions to medical
devices containing latex (natural rubber). Health care professionals are advised
to identify latex-sensitive patients and to be prepared to treat allergic reactions
promptly. For additional information in the U.S.A., refer to FDA Medical Alert
MDA91-1.
WARNING: To minimize the risk of cross-contamination and infectious
diseases, endocavity and intraoperative transducers must be cleaned and
high-level disinfected after each use. A sterile, non-pyrogenic transducer sheath
must be in place during procedures requiring sterility.
WARNING: During neurosurgical procedures, if a transducer becomes
contaminated with tissue or fluids of a patient known to have Creutzfeld-Jacob
disease, the transducer should be destroyed as it cannot be sterilized.
WARNING: When using an endocavity or intraoperative transducer with a
CF type applied part, the patient leakage currents may be additive.
WARNING: The outer surfaces of an endocavity or intraoperative transducer
should be checked to ensure there are no unintended rough surfaces, sharp
edges, or protrusions that may cause a safety hazard.
Caution: Transducers are sensitive instruments – irreparable damage may
occur if they are dropped, knocked against other objects, cut, or punctured. Do
not attempt to repair or alter any part of a transducer, contact your local Siemens
representative.
Caution: To avoid cable damage, do not roll the ultrasound system over
transducer cables.
Caution: To avoid damage to the transducer, do not use transducer sheaths
containing an oil-based coating or petroleum- or mineral oil-based ultrasound
coupling agents. Use only a water-based ultrasound coupling agent.
Caution: Follow all instructions provided by manufacturers of sterile goods
(transducer sheaths) to ensure proper handling, storage, and cycling of all sterile
goods.
Take extreme care when handling or storing transducers. They must not be
dropped, jarred, or knocked against other objects. Do not allow transducers
to come into contact with any sharp-edged or pointed object.
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