Bellovac ABT User Manual

Open the package using aseptic pro-
cedures.
Place the catheter in situ. Remove
the trocar, secure the catheter, and
connect the catheter to the inlet
tubing.
1. To vacuum the system and
evacuate air from the operation
area, close the inlet clamp.
2. Compress the bellows.
3. Open the inlet clamp again.
Repeat steps 1–3 until blood
starts to flow, or the bellows
remain in a compressed,
vacuumed state.
4. Close the outlet clamp.
If tourniquet is used: To avoid
clotting, close the inlet clamp
after the last compression of the
bellows. Reopen the inlet clamp
to start collection approximately
15 minutes after the release of
the tourniquet.
5. Remove the protective cap from
the bag inlet.
6. Attach the Autotransfusion bag to
the outlet port of the bellows
using the screw connector.
7. Mark with the identity of the
patient, what time the collection
started, and definite time when the
collection should be terminated on
the bag (blood collection should
be completed within 6 hours of
the start of collection).
Hang the Bellovac
™
ABT in an upright
position, using the bed rail strap.
Send the Transfusion Set, with the
patient, to the postoperative ward.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
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Bellovac ABT Specifications

General

Brand	Bellovac
Model	ABT
Category	Medical Equipment
Language	English

Summary

Instructions for Use: Initial Setup

Initial Setup and Vacuum

Guides aseptic procedures, catheter connection, system vacuuming, and bellows compression for Bellovac ABT.

Clamping and Flow Check

Details opening inlet clamp for flow, compressing bellows, and closing outlet clamp for blood collection.

Tourniquet Consideration

Advises closing inlet clamp with tourniquet to prevent clotting, reopening 15 min after release.

Instructions for Use: Collection and Exchange

Blood Collection

Details emptying bellows into Autotransfusion bag, closing/opening clamps, and compressing bellows for drainage.

Bag Exchange

Outlines closing clamps, disconnecting full bag, sealing, and connecting a new bag, including marking.

Instructions for Use: Reinfusion

Transfusion Set Setup and Priming

Covers connecting Transfusion Set, priming filter/drip chamber, and suspending bag on drip stand.

Reinfusion Initiation

Explains opening roller clamp, expelling air, closing clamp, and attaching to venipuncture device.

Instructions for Use: Extension Line

Extension Line Setup

Details connecting the Extension Line between Bellovac ABT outlet and Autotransfusion bag for a closed circuit.

Extension Line Blood Collection

Instructions for using the Extension Line during blood collection, keeping specific clamps open.

Extension Line Reinfusion

Guidance for reinfusion with the Extension Line, ensuring specific clamps are closed prior to the process.

Extension Line Exchange

Procedure for exchanging the Extension Line and Autotransfusion bag for a second unit.