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Set the maximum value for the
compression force – 20 kg – unless
your facility has other guidelines.
Select automatic decompression
(however, not when biopsies and
localizations are to be performed).
Apply compression until the breast
is evenly and firmly compressed.
Ensure that no folds form in the skin.
When using Opcomp:
Begin by applying
compression until the
compression plate comes
into contact with the
skin (3-5 kg). Smooth out
any folds in the skin.
Press the foot switch all the way down, continue compression
until the plate stops and the green OC lamp on the stand display is
lit. Keep the patient under observation.
Studies have shown that the Opcomp value on average is 9-12 kg
for the CC view and 13-16 kg for the MLO view. However, some
breasts may require up to 20 kg. This is not harmful. The breasts
withstand this temporary deformation, but pay attention to the
patient. Do not override the patients pain-treshold.
More information on Opcomp can be found in the operating
instructions.
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