WARNINGS
• Latex is commonly used in sheaths marketed to help with infection control
in transesophageal, endocavity, and intraoperative imaging applications and
during biopsies. Examine the packaging to confirm latex content. Studies
have shown that patients can experience allergic reactions with natural
rubber latex. See the FDA Medical Alert, March 29, 1991, reprinted in "FDA
Medical Alert on Latex" on page 45.
• In neurosurgical applications, sterilized transducers should be used with
sterile gel and a sterile pyrogen-free transducer cover.
• If the sterile transducer cover becomes compromised during an
intraoperative application involving a patient with Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease,
follow the recommendations described in "Transmissible Spongiform
Encephalopathy" on page 286.
• Transducer covers are disposable and must not be reused.
• If an installed transducer cover is cut or contaminated before use, the probe
should be cleaned and disinfected, and a new sterile cover installed.
Transducer Storage
Use the appropriate guidelines for storing transducers for transport, and daily
and long-term storage.
Storage for Transport
If a carrying case is provided with your transducer, always use the carrying case
to transport the transducer from one site to another. Follow these guidelines
to properly store transducers for transport:
• Make sure that the transducer is clean and disinfected before placing it in
the case to avoid contaminating the foam that lines the carrying case.
• Place the transducer in the case carefully to prevent kinking of the cable.
• Before closing the lid, make sure no part of the transducer is protruding
from the case.
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