TEE Accessories and Supplies
Each TEE transducer comes with disposable bite guards and a disposable tip
protector. Bite guards, TEE transducer covers, tip protectors, and disposable
drapes are described here. For information on ordering TEE accessories, see
"Supplies and Accessories" on page 23.
Bite Guards
WARNING
The M2203A bite guard strap contains natural rubber latex, which may cause
allergic reactions. For more information, see "FDA Medical Alert on Latex" on
page 45.
CAUTION
Damage caused when patients bite or scrape a TEE transducer is not covered
in the transducer warranty or your service contract. Use bite guards to help
prevent such accidents.
All patients must wear a bite guard during a TEE study. A bite guard prevents
dangerous transducer mechanical and electrical malfunctions caused by involuntary
biting. Even anesthetized patients require bite guards to prevent damage to their
teeth and to the transducer. Philips supplies disposable bite guards that are
suitable for both awake and anesthetized patients.
TEE Transducer Covers
WARNING
Transducer covers often contain natural rubber latex, which may cause allergic
reactions. For more information, see "FDA Medical Alert on Latex" on page 45.
Philips recommends the use of a market-approved transducer cover during every
TEE study.
For procedures on using transducer covers (protective sheaths), see the
instructions provided with the covers.
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