General Information
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Wrist joint
30 mmHg
Each surgery and each patient require different parameters. The values indicated
by manufacturer are therefore only recommendations and are not intended to sub-
stitute or replace the expertise of the surgeon.
The maximum flow is limited to 1.5 l/min on the device side and is automatically
reduced by the pump once the nominal pressure has been reached.
Clinical use
When performing monopolar electrosurgery, only non-conductive irrigation fluids
may be used. Examples include glycine, sorbitol, mannitol, sorbitol plus mannitol,
and dextran.
3.2.2
Contraindications
Use of this device to inject fluid into a joint is prohibited whenever arthroscopy is
contraindicated. Refer to your endoscope’s manual for absolute and relative con-
traindications.
Arthroscopy is contraindicated in the following cases:
• Ankylosis
• Inflammation or bacterial contamination
The device may not be used to inject medication.
The device is not designed or intended for use with gas.
3.3
General Warnings and Precautions
3.3.1
General Warnings
WARNING!
Risk of electrical shock
To prevent electrical shock, do not open this device. Never open this device your-
self. Notify the authorized service technicians of any required repairs.
WARNING!
Risk of electrical shock
To avoid the risk of electrical shock, only use this device when connected to a prop-
erly grounded power supply network.
WARNING!
Maintenance and calibration
Do not open the device. The device may not be opened or calibrated by the user.
Only authorized service technicians are permitted to repair, calibrate, or modify the
device or its equipment.
WARNING!
Power supply
Disconnection from the power supply is only guaranteed if the mains plug is pulled
from the mains wall socket.
WARNING!
Technique and procedures
Only the physician can evaluate the clinical factors involved with each patient and
determine if the use of this device is indicated. The physician must determine the
specific technique and procedure that will accomplish the desired clinical effect.
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