EndoShield 2
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How AEM
®
Monitoring Works (continued)
AEM Instruments
In every AEM instrument, the active electrode is surrounded by the primary
insulation layer. The primary insulation layer withstands the high voltages of
electrosurgery, ensuring eff ective use of the active electrode. The protective
shield is a conductive tube that surrounds the primary insulation layer and active
electrode. The shield conducts stray energy back to the electrosurgical generator,
ensuring there is no chance of a stray energy burn to the patient. The outer
insulation provides an additional layer of insulation for all AEM instruments.
Hospitals, Physicians, and Nurses can confi dently use AEM monopolar energy
knowing that stray energy burns to the patient have been eliminated.
WARNING:
AEM shielding does not cover zone 1, the active tip of the instrument,
which the surgeon should keep in view during instrument activation.
System Setup
Prior to using the EndoShield 2, read and review these instructions, the
instructions for use for the electrosurgical generator, and the instructions for
use for all instruments and accessories to be used.
The EndoShield 2 is supplied non-sterile.
WARNING:
The electrosurgical generators (ESUs) referenced here have been
tested for use with the EndoShield 2. Use of an untested ESU may result in an
inoperative active electrode monitoring system.
Caution:
AEM Monitoring will not function without the use of a dual-area patient
return electrode and an electrosurgical generator equipped with contact quality
monitoring patient safety technology.