GE Vscan Extend User Manual page 35

External Connection
CAUTION
1. Patient environment
Allergic reactions to latex-containing medical devices
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Connection to a PC can be done when the PC is in compliance
with the EN/IEC 60950 (Data processing equipment).
The computer connected to Vscan Extend must be kept
outside the patient environment (refer to local regulation and
EN/ES/IEC 60601-1).
Figure 2-1. Patient environment
Due to reports of severe allergic reactions to medical devices
containing latex (natural rubber), the FDA advises healthcare
professionals to identify latex-sensitive patients, and be
prepared to treat allergic reactions promptly. Latex is a
component of many medical devices, including surgical and
examination gloves, catheters, incubation tubes, anesthesia
masks and dental dams. Patient reaction to latex has ranged
from contact urticaria, to systemic anaphylaxis.
For more details regarding allergic reaction to latex, refer to FDA
Medical Alert MDA91-1, March 29.
Important safety considerations
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