Patient-Contact Parts - Philips EPIQ 7 User Manual

Patient Safety During Intraoperative Studies Intraoperative Transducers
• Do not allow water or other liquids to drip onto the transducer connector, the interior of
the system, or the keyboard.
• Maintain a sterile field.
WARNING
All intraoperative studies must be performed with a Type CF classified transducer. If your
transducer is not labeled Type CF on the transducer connector, contact your Philips
service representative.
WARNING
Be sure to use a market-approved sterile transducer cover and sterile ultrasound
transmission gel when performing all intraoperative studies.
WARNING
Always remove the transducer from the patient before defibrillation.

Patient-Contact Parts

Latex is commonly used in sheaths marketed to help with infection control in transesophageal,
endocavity, and intraoperative imaging applications and during biopsies. Examine the packaging
to confirm latex content. Studies have shown that patients can experience allergic reactions
with natural rubber latex. See "FDA Medical Alert on Latex" on page 49.
NOTE
The ultrasound system and transducers discussed here do not contain natural rubber latex that
contacts humans. Natural rubber latex is not used on any Philips ultrasound transducers.
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