Chapter 9. Probes 9 – 25
9.2.2.3. Needle Guide Alignment
The needle used for this alignment verification must not be used for the actual
procedure. Always use a new, sterile needle for each biopsy procedure.
To assist in accurate projection of the needle, use a straight, new needle for
each alignment procedure.
Alignment of the needle guide displayed on the system is for the purpose of verifying whether
the needle and the needle guide are properly installed. This must be done prior to the biopsy
examination. If the needle fails to follow the accurate path while verifying the alignment of
needle guide, stop using the product and contact Samsung Medison Customer Support
Department.
Reverberation or other tissue artifacts may produce false needle images, which can cause
confusion. Ensure the needle path is along the guideline, and that you are not using a false
needle image to locate the needle.
1. Attach the biopsy kit.
2. Set the system depth for the procedure to be performed and select the Biopsy menu.
3. Immerse the probe into the water bath, and insert the needle into the needle guide.
4. Confirm that the needle image is on the needle guidelines. If it is, then the needle guide is
properly aligned.
5. If the needle image is out of the needle guideline, check the needle guide or the probe
adapter.
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