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Intraoperative Transducers
• Operating the transducer properly.
• Not allowing water or other liquids to drip onto the transducer connector,
the interior of the system, or the keyboard.
ARNINGS
• All intraoperative studies must be performed with a type CF classified
transducer. If your transducer is not labeled type CF on the transducer
connector, contact your Philips service representative.
• Be sure to use a market-approved sterile transducer cover and sterile ultra-
sound transmission gel when performing all intraoperative studies.
• Always remove the transducer from the patient before defibrillation.
Patient Contact Parts
Latex is commonly used in transducer covers marketed to help with infection
control in transesophageal, endocavity, and intraoperative imaging applications, or
with transducer covers used during biopsy. Examine the package to confirm latex
content. Studies have shown that allergic reactions with natural rubber latex can
be experienced. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has published a medical
alert on latex products dated March 29, 1991. For more information, see “FDA
Medical Alert” on page 52.
NOTE
The ultrasound system and transducers discussed in this manual do not contain
natural rubber latex that contacts humans. Natural rubber latex is not used on
any ultrasound transducer, including transthoracic, intraoperative, and transe-
sophageal transducers. It is also not used on ECG cables.
Equipment Operation
Meticulous inspection and correct and careful operation of intraoperative trans-
ducers are imperative to patient safety. The situations listed in this section affect
safe operation as well as the ability to service mechanical problems under the
Philips 1-year warranty or service contract. Transducer repairs necessitated by
misuse are not covered and can be very costly, often requiring complete disas-
sembly and rebuilding of the transducer.
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