GE Vivid S5 - Allergic Reactions to Latex-Containing Medical Devices

Safety
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Allergic reactions to latex-containing
medical devices
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, 1991 Medical Alert on
latex products.