GE Versana Essential - Use of ECG

Safety
4-16 Versana Essential – User Guide
5759238-100 English
Rev. 2
Material Safe Data
Rubber part
Material: Silicon
Where Used: Handle Screw Cap/Monitor Rubber
Allergic reactions to latex-containing medical devices
Use of ECG
CAUTION
Due to reports of severe allergic reactions to medical devices
containing latex (natural rubber), the FDA advises health-care
professionals to identify latex-sensitive patients, and be
prepared to treat allergic reactions promptly. Latex is a
component of many medical devices, including surgical and
examination gloves, catheters, incubation tubes, anesthesia
masks and dental dams. Patient reaction to latex has ranged
from contact urticaria, to systemic anaphylaxis.
For more details regarding allergic reaction to latex, refer to
FDA Medical Alert MDA91-1, March 29.
CAUTION
Do not use the Versana Essential Ultrasound system ECG
wave for diagnostic and monitoring.