Chapter 5 Reprocessing: General Policy
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ULTRASOUND GASTROVIDEOSCOPE GF-UCT180
• With the cleaning, disinfection, and sterilization methods
stated in this instruction manual, prions, which are
considered to be the pathogenic substance of the
Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease (CJD) cannot be destroyed or
inactivated. When using this instrument on a patient with CJD
or variant Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease (vCJD), be sure to use
this product for such patient only and/or immediately dispose
of this product after use in an appropriate manner. For
methods to handle CJD/vCJD, please follow the respective
guidelines in your country.
• This instrument is not durable, or does not have sufficient
durability against the respective methods stated in the
guidelines of each country for destroying or inactivating
prions. For information on the durability against each
method, please contact Olympus. If cleaning, disinfection,
and sterilization methods not stated in this instruction manual
are performed, Olympus cannot guarantee the effectiveness,
safety and durability of this instrument. Make sure to confirm
that there is no irregularity before use, and use under
responsibility of a physician. Do not use if any irregularity is
found.
• Only use the AER/WD that meets the requirements of the
relevant parts of EN ISO 15883 series in the member states
of the EU.
• When using an AER/WD, set the forceps elevator according
to the AER/WD manufacturers instructions.
Figure 5.1
Elevator
control lever
Forceps
elevator
Instrument
channel outlet
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