Siemens Acuson S1000 Instructions For Use Manual page 190

6 T r a n s e s o p h a g e a l T r a n s d u c e r
Preventive Measure
Do not use the transesophageal transducer
if a patient has esophageal varices or
masses or strictures are present.
Do not use the transesophageal transducer
for any procedure requiring hyperextension
of the neck.
Be aware that a patient with a loose tooth
could lose the tooth in a TEE procedure.
Use a bite guard.
Follow the bite guard manufacturer's
instructions to clean, disinfect and rinse the
bite guard if you use a reusable bite guard.
Refer to the disinfectant manufacturer's
instructions for guidance on proper rinsing of
the disinfectant from the transesophageal
transducer.
Never use Steam Heat or Ethylene Oxide for
disinfecting the transesophageal transducer.
Do not use any disinfectants other than
those specified.
Do not use iodine or solutions containing
iodine for cleaning or disinfecting the
transesophageal transducer.
Immerse the transesophageal transducer no
longer than the time required by the
manufacturer for high-level disinfection.
Never immerse transducer controls or the
system connector in liquids.
Do not force distal tip articulation. Always
use the controls to alter articulation.
When the transesophageal transducer is not
in use, store it in the original case or
suspend it from a wall rack. Do not store the
transducer in a tight coil.
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Problem
Esophageal Varices
Improper patient position
Improper assessment of
dental risk
No dental protection,
leakage current
Disinfectant residue on the
bite guard and
transesophageal transducer
Improper cleaning resulting
in electrical damage
Improper disinfection,
exposing electrical workings
to liquids
Forcing the
deflection control
Improper storage
Potential Harm to
Patient/Potential Damage
Excessive bleeding
Paralysis of the vocal cord
Tooth loss
Dental damage, electrical damage
Burns in the mouth and esophagus
Esophageal burns
Nosocomial infection, electrical damage
affecting image quality, electrical safety, or
mechanical operation
Stretching or breaking deflection controls
Damage to array elements, cuts and
abrasions to the flexible shaft
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