Chapter 2: Descriptive Information
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system.
Only the Argus II implant has been tested for use with
MRI. The
Argus II Implant is classified as an MR
Conditional
device.
If you have an Argus II Implant, you may undergo an
MRI procedure ONLY if it is performed using a 1.5 or
3.0 Tesla MRI System and ONLY following special
instructions. Before having an MRI procedure, tell
your doctor that you have the Argus II Implant. Your
doctor should contact Second Sight Medical Products
for these instructions on how to perform an MRI in
someone who has an Argus II Implant.
If you feel any pain during the MRI procedure, tell the
technician immediately.
Do not take the VPU or glasses into the MR
system room. The VPU and glasses are MR
Unsafe. Severe harm to people in the MR system
room or damage to this equipment may result.
•
Do not
use the Argus 2s system within 3 feet (0.9
meters) of
medical monitoring,
diagnostic or life
support equipment.
Using the Argus 2s system near
this equipment may cause the equipment
to function
improperly. If someone notices that interference is
occurring, turn off the Argus 2s VPU or extend the
distance between yourself and the equipment.
•
Do
not
receive
treatment
with
monopolar
electrosurgical equipment
. Monopolar electrosurgical