Sonoscape S20 Plus User Manual

14 Probes and Biopsy
130 Basic User Manual
14.1.2 Probe Usage
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Use only the probes provided by the manufacturer. Otherwise, the system may not perform and an accident
such as a re may result.
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Use the probe carefully. If any part of the probe surface is scratched, immediately stop using the probe.
Otherwise, electrical shock may occur.
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A legally marketed probe sheath is required for intracavitary operations. If lubricant is used, it must be water-
soluble. Do not apply coupling gel directly on the patient’s skin. Please dispose of the sheath in accordance
with local laws and regulations.
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Use a sterile probe sheath and sterile coupling gel when performing an intraoperative, trans-vaginal, trans-rectal
or trans-esophageal (Cardiac) exam. If lubrication is insufcient because of age and personal reason during the
exam, you need to apply a sufcient amount of sterile coupling gel on the surface of the sheath.
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To avoid contamination, please use the coupling gel and probe sheath before performing an exam.
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Use legally marketed coupling gel in accordance with the relevant local regulations. Read and understand all
precautions in the relevant manual of the coupling gel before use. For recommended coupling gels, please refer
to Appendix D.1 Coupling Gel.
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Latex or natural rubber contained inside medical equipments or accessories can cause severe anaphylactic
reactions in some individuals. It’s suggested by the FDA that the operator should identify latex-sensitive
patients and be prepared to treat anaphylactic reactions promptly.
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After being contaminated by pathogenic bacterium that is hard to kill, such as cryptosporidium or prion virus,
the probe and its accessories should be destroyed by melting or burning when necessary because they cannot be
completely disinfected or sterilized.
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Avoid immersing the transducer surface in the coupling gel for a long period of time. Otherwise, damage to the
probe may occur.
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Avoid any uid owing into the probe or probe connector when cleaning, disinfecting or sterilizing the probe
and probe cable.
■ Special Concerns before Probe Usage
Inspect the probe before each use. If the following damage is found, stop using the probe immediately.
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Cracks on the probe handle (user section).
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Cracks on the transducer surface (applied section).
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Scratches on the transducer surface (acoustic window surface).
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Swell of the acoustic window material.
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Cracks or wear on the probe cable.
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Cracks on the probe connector or any other kinds of visible damage.
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Deformed pins or broken pins exist inside the probe connectors.
■ Body Surface Probe Usages
1. Wear medical sterile gloves.
2. Orient the probe.
3. Perform a scan.
■ Endocavitary Probe Usages
1. Wear medical sterile gloves.
2. Wear the probe sheaths
a. Remove the packaging and unfold the probe sheath.

Sonoscape S20 Plus Specifications

General

Brand	Sonoscape
Model	S20 Plus
Category	Medical Equipment
Language	English