Positioning The Patient On The Table - Profound Sonalleve MR-HIFU Instructions For Use Manual

6. Workflow > 6.3. Preparing the patient
NOTICE
The rationale for this check should be explained to the patient.
WARNING
Only liquid is allowed in the catheter. Never fill the catheter with air as it may deflect the
ultrasound beam.

6.3.1. Positioning the patient on the table

The Sonalleve Table Top may be used for transporting the patient short distances only, such as
from the preparation room to the RF room. For longer distances, use a standard hospital bed.
WARNING
Falling from the height of the Sonalleve Table Top may be dangerous. Support the patient
and/or use straps, and be prepared to prevent him/her from falling. Make sure that the
patient's limbs are within the edges of the Table Top so that they are not pinched. Instruct
the patient to lie still when being transported on the Sonalleve MR-HIFU Table Top. Pay
particular attention to thresholds.
NOTICE
The reasons for these precautions should be explained to the patient.
Show the patient how to safely climb on and off the Sonalleve Table Top. Falling from the height of
the Sonalleve Table Top may be dangerous. Support the patient and be prepared to prevent
him/her from falling. Never allow the patient to put weight with their hands or knees on the
ultrasound window as applying excessive force in this area may damage the ultrasound assembly.
1. Position the patient on the Table Top with the area of interest over the center of the treatment
window. The patient can be in the prone, supine or oblique orientation depending on the area of
interest.
2. Try to keep as good skin contact as possible. Check that there is no clothing or absorbing
material between the patient and the gel pad or DISC.
WARNING
Never leave an unconnected coil in contact with the patient.
3. Attach the infusion bag and IV tubes and secure the possible urine catheter bag in its place.
4. Assist the patient in finding a comfortable position for his or her head and arms.
5. You can use air bags, vacuum cushions, straps, and other similar MR-compatible supporting
accessories to make the patient's position more stable and make the patient feel more comfortable.
Position the HIFU Coil on top of the patient. The Flex coil can be bent over the target
6.
anatomy. Do not bring the Flex coil edges closer than 15 cm apart from each other.
7.
Secure the coil in place with the straps. Isolate the coil cable from the patient.
Instructions for Use
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