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Pathologically low blood pressure, especially if associated with intravascular volume
depletion
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Cerebrospinal fluid leak, recent cranial surgery or trauma
The use of the Vivo 2 is contraindicated in an MRI environment.
Adverse Effects
If the patient experiences chest discomfort, pain, severe headache or shortness of breath
while using the Vivo 2, a physician or responsible clinician should be contacted
immediately.
The following side effects may occur during the course of therapy with the Vivo 2,
patients are advised to report any new or changing adverse effects to their physician:
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Nasal, mouth or throat dryness
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Nosebleeds
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Abdominal bloating
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Ear or sinus discomfort
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Eye irritation
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Skin rashes
1.6
About this Manual
1.6.1
Audience
This manual is intended for patients and other lay users operating the Vivo 2.
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Care providers, clinical personnel, physicians and others who require a working
knowledge of the Vivo 2 will find additional information on settings and functions
in the Clinician's Manual.
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Service personnel may order the Service Manual that contains detailed technical
information for maintenance, service, repair and disposal procedure.
1.6.2
Icons in this Manual
In this manual, icons are used to highlight specific information. The meaning of each
icon is explained in the table below.
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