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Probes and Biopsy
20.12 Probe Handling and Infection Control
This information is intended to increase user awareness of the risks of disease transmission associated
with using this equipment and provide guidance in making decisions directly affecting the safety of
the patient as well as the equipment user.
Diagnostic ultrasound systems utilize ultrasound energy that must be coupled to the patient by direct
physical contact. Depending on the type of examination, this contact occurs with a variety of tissues
ranging from intact skin in a routine exam to recirculating blood in a surgical procedure.
The level of risk of infection varies greatly with the type of contact.
One of the most effective ways to prevent transmission between patients is with single use or
disposable devices. However, ultrasound transducers are complex and expensive devices that must be
reused between patients. It is very important, therefore, to minimize the risk of disease transmission by
using barriers and through proper processing between patients.
Adequate cleaning and disinfection are necessary to prevent disease
transmission. It is the responsibility of the equipment user to verify and maintain
the effectiveness of the infection control procedures in use.
Always use sterile, legally marketed probe sheaths for intracavitary and
intraoperative procedures.
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