Olympus EVIS EXERA GIF XP160 Instructions Manual page 70

Chapter 4 Operation
Laser cauterization
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• Not all parts of the endoscope are electrically insulated.
When applying high frequency current, there is a danger of
unintentional diathermy burns. Always wear electrically
insulating chemical-resistant gloves.
• To avoid patient injury and/or damage to the endoscope,
never emit high frequency current before confirming that the
electrode section of the high frequency endo-therapy
accessory is extended from the distal end of the endoscope
in the endoscopic image. Also confirm that the electrode
section of the electrosurgical accessory and the mucous
membrane in the vicinity of the target area are at an
appropriate distance from the distal end of the endoscope.
Prepare, inspect and connect the electrosurgical unit and electrosurgical
accessories as described in their instruction manuals.
The application of high frequency current may interfere with
the endoscopic image. This is normal and does not indicate a
malfunction.
• Performing treatment while the intestines are filled with a
flammable gas could result in an explosion, fire and/or
serious patient injury. If the intestines contain a flammable
gas, replace it with air or a non-flammable gas such as CO
before performing laser cauterization.
• To avoid patient injury and/or damage to the endoscope, do
not start laser radiation before confirming that the tip of the
laser probe appears in the proper position in the endoscopic
image. Keep an appropriate distance between the target and
the endoscope's distal end and always use the lowest power
output possible.
• Before inserting or withdrawing the laser probe, return the
UP/DOWN and RIGHT/LEFT angulation control knobs to
their neutral positions (see Figure 3.6) so that the bending
section will be straight. If it is bent, the instrument channel
and/or the laser probe may be damaged.
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