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Biological Safety
Safety
WARNING
Perform ultrasound procedures prudently. Use the ALARA (as low as reasonably achievable)
principle.
WARNING
Use only acoustic standoffs that have been approved by Philips Ultrasound. For information
on ordering approved accessories, see
"Supplies and Accessories" on page
21.
WARNING
Verify the alignment of the biopsy guide before use. See the
"Biopsy Guides"
section.
WARNING
Verify the condition of the biopsy needle before use. Do not use a bent biopsy needle.
WARNING
Transducer covers may contain natural rubber latex. Those covers may cause allergic
reactions in some individuals. See
"FDA Medical Alert on Latex" on page
49.
WARNING
The M2203A bite guard strap contains natural rubber latex, which may cause allergic
reactions. See
"FDA Medical Alert on Latex" on page
49.
WARNING
In contrast studies using a high-MI acoustic field, capillary rupture, due to microbubble
expansion within a capillary in an acoustic field, can cause extravasation. References: (1)
Skyba, D.M., Price, R.J., Linka, A.Z., Skalak, T.C., Kaul, S. "Direct in vivo visualization of
intravascular destruction of microbubbles by ultrasound and its local effects on tissue."
Circulation, 1998; 98:290-293. (2) van Der Wouw, P.A., Brauns, A.C., Bailey, S.E., Powers, J.E.,
Wilde, A.A. "Premature ventricular contractions during triggered imaging with ultrasound
contrast." Journal of the American Society of Echocardiography, 2000;13(4):288-94.
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