Table of Contents Introduction to Ambulatory Blood Pressure Monitoring ....4 Introduction to the Oscar 2 ABP System ........5 Indications for Use ..............5 Operation .................. 5 Products and Accessories ............. 6 Specifications ................7 Safety and Effectiveness Considerations ........8 Warnings and Contraindictions ............9 Oscar 2 at a Glance ..............10 Setting Up the Sytem..............11...
Introduction to Ambulatory Blood Pressure Monitoring Ambulatory blood pressure monitoring is an accepted clinical tool for collecting multiple blood pressure measurements. It better assists clinicians with the diagnosis and management of hypertension by providing: blood pressure variability, an estimation of true blood pressure, overnight changes in blood pressure, and morning surge in blood pressure.
The Oscar 2 passes all requirements for validation by the International Protocol of the European Society of Hypertension (ESH) and British Hypertension Society (BHS) To obtain results of these studies please send a written request to : SunTech Medical ® 507 Airport Boulevard, Suite 117 Morrisville, NC 27560-8200 USA 1. Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation. The National Standard of Electronic or Automated Sphygmomanometer.
Products and Accessories Your Oscar 2 package should contain the following items. If you are missing any item please contact SunTech immediately (refer to Limited Warranty, page 21, for contact information). Oscar 2 Package Item Number Qty. Standard Oscar 2 ABP Monitor 97-0012-00 AccuWin Pro™ v3 Software (CD) 27-0037-A1 Oscar 2 USB Cable 97-0090-02 Oscar 2 Serial Cable...
Disposal This symbol indicates that the monitor contains materials (such as electrical components) which are hazardous. Please return to SunTech Medical for proper disposal. Adverse Reactions Allergic exanthema (symptomatic eruption) in the area of the cuff may result, including the formation of urticaria (allergic reaction including raised edematous patches of skin or mucous membranes and intense itching) caused by the fabric material of the cuff.
DO NOT immerse the monitor in any fluid, place fluids on top, or attempt to clean the unit with any liquid detergents or cleaning agents. This may cause an electrical hazard. If accidental wetting occurs, please return to SunTech (see ®...
Oscar 2 at a Glance Menu Layout Systolic/Diastolic START/STOP Buttons reserved for future programmability • TO POWER ON: When the monitor is off, press the Start/Stop button. • TO POWER OFF: When the monitor is on but not taking a reading, press and hold the Start/Stop button until you hear five quick beeps, then release. Start/Stop • TO ABORT A MEASUREMENT: When the monitor is button taking a reading and the cuff pressure is displayed, press the Start/Stop button. • TO START THE PROGRAMMED ABP STUDY: When the time is flashing, press the Start/Stop button.
Setting Up the Sytem The Oscar 2 ABPM system is packaged with everything you need to start. Overview of the ABPM system The basic components of the Oscar 2 ABPM system are: • Oscar 2 ABP monitor with 4’ patient hose assembly • Orbit blood pressure cuffs (adult and adult plus) • Pouch • Strap/Belt • Batteries, AA (4) • Oscar 2 User’s Guide • AccuWin Pro v3 User’s Guide • AccuWin Pro v3 CD...
Setting Up the System Installing the software The AccuWin Pro v3 Software components include: • AccuWin Pro v3 User’s Guide • AccuWin Pro v3 CD • Oscar 2 USB cable Place the installation CD in the CD drive located on your computer and follow the instructions appearing on the screen if CD autoplay is enabled on your computer.
Conducting an Ambulatory Blood Pressure Study Communicating with the Oscar 2 To successfully complete an ABP study, you need your computer to be able to communicate with your ABP monitor in order to program it and retrieve data from it. Connecting the monitor to your computer 1.
Programming the Oscar 2 for an ABP Study To prepare the monitor for an ABP study, simply fill out an on-screen form to set the parameters for your patient to be programmed into the monitor. 1. Select the Program button on the toolbar or Program study under Monitor in the menu bar.
Fitting a patient with the Oscar 2 and Orbit cuff After you have successfully programmed the Oscar 2 using AccuWin Pro v3, you may begin fitting the patient with the monitor and a blood pressure cuff. Cuffs may be used on either arm. 1.
Preparing and educating the patient Preparing your patient for the ABP study is the most important step to achieving a successful test. Review the following instructions with your patient. • When the pressure in the cuff increases, the patient should avoid excess movement during measurements. Let the cuffed arm hang loosely, slightly away from the body. Avoid flexing the muscles or moving the hand and fingers of the cuffed arm.
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Before retrieving data from the monitor, ensure that the monitor is disconnected from the patient before connecting the ABP monitor to any piece of hardware such as your personal computer. To retrieve the data: 1. Connect the Oscar 2 to the computer via the PC interface USB cable.
Troubleshooting Event Description in AccuWin Pro v3 Solution Code Weak or no oscillometric signal Check position of cuff, tighten cuff. Artifact/Erratic Oscillometric Signal Remain still during BP reading. Exceeded retry count Remain still during BP reading. (4 inflate attempts) Check air hose connections and Exceeded measurement time make certain cuff is tight. Check air hose connections and Reading Aborted make certain air tubing is not...
Maintaining and Cleaning the Oscar 2 After use, it is important to perform preventative maintenance to ensure the safe and efficient operation of the monitor. Cleaning after use The Oscar 2 unit is not sterilizable. DO NOT immerse the monitor in any fluid, or attempt to clean with any liquid detergents, cleaning agents, or solvents. You may use a soft, damp cloth to remove dirt and dust from the monitor.
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The Oscar 2 does not contain any user serviceable internal parts and should only be opened by an authorized service representative. To return for service, please send to your nearest SunTech office listed on the Limited Warranty page 21, care of Support and Service.
Orbit Cuffs 12 months SunTech Medical, Inc. warrants each instrument to be free from defects in material and workmanship. Liability under this warranty covers servicing of the instruments when returned from the customer’s facility prepaid to the prospective factory depending on location.
Index Warnings Warranty ABP Study Communication Configuration Finishing the study Orbit Cuff Fitting Prepare patient Programming Starting the study Accessories AccuWin Pro 13, 14 Customer Service Hardware Power Requirements Introductions Ambulatory BP Monitoring Oscar 2 LCD Layout Maintaining and Cleaning Checking calibration Oscar 2 Accessories Indications for Use...
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SunTech Medical, Inc. SunTech Medical, Ltd. SunTech Medical, Ltd. 507 Airport Boulevard, Suite 117 Oakfield Industrial Estate, Level 25, Bank of China Tower Morrisville, NC 27560-8200 USA Eynsham, Oxfordshire OX29 4TS 1, Garden Road Central Tel: + 1.919.654.2300 Hong Kong 1.800.421.8626 Tel: +44 (0) 1865.884.234 Tel: +852.2251.1949 0413 Fax: + 1.919.654.2301 Fax: +44 (0) 1865.884.235 Fax: +852.2251.1950 www.SunTechMed.com www.SunTechMed.com www.SunTechMed.com part #80-0027-00 Rev. E / 02.23.09...
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