Related Manuals for BK Medical 8848
Summary of Contents for BK Medical 8848
- Page 1 User Guide Type 8848 Endocavity Biplane Transducer English BB1637-C For Professional Users Only June 2012...
- Page 2 If you have comments about the user documentation, please write to us at the email address above. We would like to hear from you. BK Medical Customer Satisfaction Input from our customers helps us improve our products and services. As part of our customer satisfaction program, we contact a sample of our customers a few months after they receive their orders.
-
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Endorectal Scanning with 8848 ........ -
Page 5: Introduction
Introduction This is the user guide for Endocavity Biplane Transducer Type 8848 and must be used together with Care, Cleaning & Safety, which contains important safety information. 8848 is suitable for transrectal scanning, transvaginal scanning, all transperineal interventional procedures including brachytherapy and cryotherapy treatments. -
Page 6: Caring For The Transducer
Service and Repair WARNING Service and repair of BK Medical electromedical equipment must be carried out only by the manufacturer or its authorized representatives. BK Medical reserves the right to disclaim all responsibility, including but not limited to responsibility for the operating safety, reliability and performance of equipment serviced or repaired by other parties. -
Page 7: Starting Scanning
Gel also creates a good acoustic contact between the skin and the transducer; therefore, apply a small amount to the outside of the cover prior to scanning. Re- apply the gel frequently to ensure good screen images. 8848 User Guide (BB1637-C) -
Page 8: Using The Transducer Control Button
The width of the image area can be adjusted using the Width key on the scanner’s control panel. See the applicable scanner user guide for instructions. With the Expanded Sector feature and the 8848, you can increase the transverse sector angle from a default width of 140° to 180°. And, you can increase the default saggital view of 65mm to a trapezoidal view, which provides an additional 15°on each side. -
Page 9: Puncture Facilities
Figure 3. Dotted lines indicating expanded sectors on transducer type 8848. Puncture Facilities Puncture and biopsy is possible with Type 8848 transducer. The appropriate puncture attachments are illustrated in the following pages with a brief description of their uses and operating instructions. - Page 10 (see Figure 5) before the lock screw is tightened. No force should be used when attaching the puncture attachment to the transducer. Figure 5. Type 8848 with puncture attachment UA1232. All parts of the puncture attachment can be autoclaved or disinfected by immersion in a suitable solution.
-
Page 11: Performing Puncture And Biopsy
If the needle guide is detached from the transducer during interventional procedures, cover the transducer with a new transducer cover. WARNING When performing a biopsy, always make sure that the needle is fully drawn back inside the needle guide before moving the probe. 8848 User Guide (BB1637-C) -
Page 12: Prostate Volume Determination
Please consult the appropriate stepper documentation for instructions on Source Implantation, including Preplanning, Needle Loading and Implantation. The 8848 should be prepared for transrectal scanning and biopsy as described earlier in this guide, and mounted and ’’locked’’ in the stepping unit. -
Page 13: Cleaning After Puncture And Biopsy
See the applicable scanner user guide for further details. WARNING For contaminated disposals such as transducer covers or needle guides, follow disposal control policies established for your office, department or hospital. 8848 User Guide (BB1637-C) - Page 14 June 2012 8848 User Guide (BB1637-C)
- Page 16 LEGAL MANUFACTURER : BK Medic al ApS , Milepa rken 34, 2730 Herlev, Denma rk. Tel.: +45 44528100 Fax : +45 44528199 E mail: info@bkmed.dk...
Need help?
Do you have a question about the 8848 and is the answer not in the manual?
Questions and answers