Latex Product Alert - Philips EPIQ 7 User Manual

Transducer Care Transducer Care Safety
WARNING
Sterile transducer covers with sterile ultrasound transmission gel are required for
intraoperative and biopsy procedures, and protective covers are recommended for
transrectal and intravaginal procedures, but in China and Japan, the covers are mandatory.
Philips recommends the use of qualified covers.
WARNING
Bite guards are mandatory for TEE transducers. See "Bite Guards" on page 233.
WARNING
In intraoperative applications, sterilized transducers should be used with sterile gel and a
sterile transducer cover.
For information on ordering transducer covers, contact CIVCO Medical Solutions (see "Supplies
and Accessories" on page 21).

Latex Product Alert

Philips ultrasound systems and transducers do not contain natural rubber latex that contacts
humans. Natural rubber latex is not used on any ultrasound transducer, including transthoracic,
intraoperative, and transesophageal echocardiography (TEE) transducers. It also is not used on
Philips ECG cables for the products in this manual.
WARNING
Transducer covers can contain natural rubber latex, which may cause allergic reactions in
some individuals.
WARNING
The M2203A bite guard strap contains natural rubber latex, which may cause allergic
reactions.
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