Intraoperative Transducers
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Intended Use
Intraoperative studies are performed by surgeons, anesthesiologists, physicians,
or sonographers to obtain images that can be used to
• Help a surgeon locate and visualize anatomical structures before, during, or
after a surgical procedure
• Help a surgeon visualize blood flow patterns and quantify velocities before,
during, or after a surgical procedure
• Image and measure anatomic and physiologic parameters before, during, or
after a surgical procedure
The transducers discussed in this section can be used for adult, pediatric, and
neonatal heart and vessel imaging.
WARNING
Intraoperative transducers used in animal studies should not be used on humans.
Transducer disinfection procedures for cross-usage between animals and humans
have not been validated.
Patient Safety
This section lists conditions that can adversely affect patients when you are using
an intraoperative transducer.
To operate an intraoperative transducer, you must be under the guidance of a
physician who is properly trained in intraoperative ultrasound imaging techniques,
according to currently approved relevant medical practices. You also must be
thoroughly familiar with the safe operation, care, and maintenance of the ultra-
sound imaging system used with the transducer, as well as proficient at interpret-
ing the images generated.
You can help ensure patient safety when using an intraoperative transducer by
• Scrutinizing the entire transducer before each use. See “Inspecting Transduc-
ers for Damage” on page 156.
• Using mandatory protective equipment, including an approved sterile protec-
tive transducer cover during intraoperative exams. For information about
ordering transducer covers, see “HD11 XE System Supplies, Peripherals, and
Accessories” on page 259.
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