Arjo Huntleigh WoundExpress, Инструкция по эксплуатации

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3.2 Contraindications
IPC should NOT be used in the following circumstances:
• Known or suspected deep vein thrombosis (DVT), pulmonary
embolism, thrombophlebitis and acute infections of the skin, such as
cellulitis.
•
Decompensated/severe congestive cardiac failure, pulmonary
oedema associated with signi fi cant limb oedema or any condition
where an increase of fl uid to the heart may be detrimental.
• Severe arteriosclerosis or other ischaemic vascular disease.
• Active metastatic disease affecting the limb.
• Severe peripheral artery disease.
• Known malignancy
Note to Patient
If you are uncertain whether you have any of the above conditions please
consult a physician before use.
CAUTION
IPC should be used with care in patients with the following symptoms or
conditions:
• Peripheral neuropathy, pain or numbness in the limb.
• Undiagnosed, untreated or infected wounds, fragile skin, grafts
or dermatological conditions that may be aggravated by the
garment.
• Extreme limb deformity which may practically impede the correct
application of the garment.
WARNING
The garment must not be applied to open wounds or non-intact skin.
WARNING
If the user feels any numbness, tingling or has any other concerns,
switch off the pump and remove the garment.
WARNING
In the event of a power failure or fault whereby the garment remains
in
fl ated, remove the garment(s) from the patient’s limbs.