Siemens Acuson S2000, Instructions For Use Manual

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5 Transducer Accessories and Biopsy
Instructions for Use 5 - 5
Transducer Sheaths
Siemens makes every effort to manufacture safe and effective transducers. You must take all
necessary precautions to eliminate the possibility of exposing patients, operators, or third
parties to hazardous or infectious materials. These precautions should be considered in the use
of any application that may indicate the need for such care, and during endocavity or
intraoperative scanning; during biopsy or puncture procedures; or when scanning patients with
open wounds.
General Information — Sheaths
Transducer sheaths are single-use items used to ensure proper acoustic coupling and provide
a prophylactic barrier for the intended ultrasound application. Sheaths are available for all
transducers. Siemens recommends the use of market-cleared transducer sheaths.
Application — Sheaths
WARNING: After placing the sheath over the transducer, visually inspect the sheath to ensure
there are no defects. Do not use the sheath if it has any holes or tears.
Step-by-step instructions are provided for both non-sterile and sterile procedures.
To place the transducer in a sheath for non-sterile use:
Before applying any coupling agent (gel) to the sheath, remove any powder in the sheath by
rinsing with water.
1. Remove the packaging and unfold the transducer sheath.
2. Apply a water-based coupling agent (gel) to the inside of the sheath and onto the face of
the transducer.
3. Hold the transducer by the cable relief and unroll the sheath onto the transducer.
4. Pull the transducer sheath tightly over the face of the transducer to remove wrinkles.
5. Secure the sheath to the transducer housing or cable relief with the adhesive tapes or
elastic bands.
To place the transducer in a sheath for sterile use:
Before applying any sterile coupling agent (gel) to the sheath, remove any powder in the
sheath by rinsing with sterile water.
1. Using sterile technique, remove the packaging and unfold the transducer sheath.
2. Taking care not to contaminate the sheath, apply a sterile water-based coupling agent
(gel) to the inside of the sheath and onto the face of the transducer.
3. Using sterile technique, hold the transducer by the cable relief and unroll the sheath onto
the transducer and cable.
4. Pull the transducer sheath tightly over the face of the transducer to remove wrinkles.
5. Secure the sheath to the transducer cable with the adhesive tapes or elastic bands.
Disposal — Sheaths
While wearing protective gloves, remove the transducer sheath from the transducer. Dispose of
the transducer sheath according to local, state, and regional laws and regulations for
biohazardous waste.