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8.1) Be aware for any of the following conditions (continued):
6.
SPINAL CORD INJURY:
If a patient experiences autonomic dysreflexia
(sudden changes in blood pressure or heart rate because of sympathetic
nervous system stimulation) discontinue
extriCARE
®
therapy to minimize
sensory stimulation and give immediate medical assistance.
7.
MODE:
In unstable anatomical structures, continuous rather than
intermittent therapy is recommended to help minimize movement and
instability. Continuous therapy is also recommended in patients with an
increased bleeding risk, profusely exudating wounds, fresh grafts and/or
flaps, and wounds with acute enteric fistulae.
8.
ENTERIC FISTULAS:
Wounds with enteric fistulas require special
consideration to be effective in negative pressure wound therapy.
If enteric fistula effluent management or containment is the only goal
of such therapy,
extriCARE
®
is not recommended.
9.
CIRCUMFERENTIAL DRESSING:
Do not use circumferential dressings.
10.
BRADYCARDIA:
Avoid placement of the
extriCARE
®
3600 Negative Pressure
Wound Therapy Dressings
next to the vagus nerve to minimize the risk of
bradycardia.
11.
PERIWOUND SKIN:
Protect periwound skin with additional hydrocolloid,
other transparent film, or other skin prep methods. Monitor skin for any
signs of irritation or irregularity. If this occurs, stop treatment and consult
physician.
NOTE:
If any of this information is not understood, contact the manufacturer before using the
device.
