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User Guide Type 8830 Convex Array Transducer English BB1837-C May 2016 For Professional Users Only...
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Introduction This is the user guide for Convex Array Transducer Type 8830, and must be used together with Care, Cleaning & Safety which contains important safety information. 8830 is an abdominal transducer suitable for obstetric examinations, bladder and kidney studies.
Users of this equipment have an obligation and responsibility to provide the highest degree of infection control possible to patients, co-workers and themselves. To avoid cross- contamination, follow all infection control policies for personnel and equipment established for your office, department or hospital. May 2016 8830 User Guide (BB1837-C)
Re- apply the gel frequently to ensure good screen images. WARNING Use only water-soluble agents or gels. Petroleum or mineral oil-based materials may harm the cover material. 8830 User Guide (BB1837-C)
To change the orientation of the image on the monitor, refer to the applicable scanner user guide for instructions. Puncture Facilities Puncture and biopsy are possible with 8830. The puncture attachments are illustrated in the following pages with a brief description of their uses and operating instructions.
All parts of the puncture attachment can be autoclaved or disinfected by immersion in a suitable solution. See Care, Cleaning and Safety that accompanies this user guide. Figure 4. Puncture attachment UA1250 mounted on 8830. UA1341 The puncture attachment kit comprises a reusable bracket (UA1341) for use with sterile, single-use needle guides (UA0013).
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Figure 6. Puncture is possible at an insertion angle 18º (left) or a wider insertion angle 36.5º (right). Here shown without transducer cover. Figure 7. Bracket mounted incorrectly. May 2016 8830 User Guide (BB1837-C)
Figure 8. Type 8830 with single-use needle guide (UA0013) attached. Performing Puncture and Biopsy Transcutaneous Biopsy WARNING It is essential for the patient’s safety that only the correct puncture attachments, as described in this guide, are used. Never use unauthorized combinations of transducers and puncture attachments or other manufacturers puncture attachments.
UA1250 UA1341 Figure 9. Puncture lines for UA1250 and UA1341 with 8830. RF Ablation When performing RF ablation, you must always follow the instructions provided by the manufacturer of the RF ablation equipment. Be sure to pay attention to all warnings.
See the applicable scanner user guide for further details. WARNING For contaminated disposals such as transducer covers or puncture attachments, follow disposal control policies established for your office, department or hospital. 8830 User Guide (BB1837-C)
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