Esaote MyLabOmega, Getting Started

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I N T R O D U C T I O N
MyLab
- G E T T I N G S T A R T E D 1 - 3
GETTI
NG STARTED
Before attempting to use
MyLab
, read and understand all the instructions in
this manual. Strictly observe all cautions and warnings. Always keep the
manuals with the system for future reference.
NOTE
The manuals describe all operations to be performed for a proper and safe
use of
MyLab
systems. Any system malfunction caused by incorrect
operations is considered as falling under the user’s responsibility.
Intended audience
MyLab
manuals are written for sonographers, physicians, and biomedical
engineers who have been trained on basic ultrasound principles and
techniques.
Before reading these instructions for use, you need to be familiar with
ultrasound techniques. Sonography training and clinical procedures are not
included here.
Disclaimer
Ultrasound system should only be used by persons who are fully trained in its
safe and proper operation. They should have detailed knowledge of
ultrasound system, they should be aware of its specifications, accuracy and
limitations, and should be able to manipulate the system correctly in order to
ensure that patient diagnosis and management are not compromised. For this
reason, anyone operating the system should read and understand the system
operating manual.
Ultrasound system, transducers, cables, monitor and image recorders should
be regularly inspected and kept on acceptable levels of performance. In case
of system failure to operate correctly, the operator should contact the nearest
Esaote Service Office.
Special attention should be dedicated to intra-cavitary probes (e.g. vaginal,
rectal or oesophageal probes). They should be cleaned according to
established protocols (AIUM guidelines for cleaning probes) and should not
be used if there is noticeable self-heating of the probe when operating in air.
Particular care should be taken if trans-vaginal probes are to be used to
investigate a pregnancy during the first 10 weeks after LMP.
The images and calculations provided by ultrasound system should never be
regarded as the only basis for clinical diagnosis. They are intended to be just