Operating Manual
SAFE HANDLING
Software-Version 2.6
B|BRAUN
Chapter 1
Page 7 of 10
SHARING EXPERTISE
2.6_CA-EN_03
In isolated cases there is
- Iron deficiency anaemia
- Hypertonia and oedema formation in the case of
patients with renal function impairment
In rare instances benzyl alcohol can cause
hypersensitivity reactions in patients.
1.5 SPECIAL HAZARDS AND PRECAUTIONS
1.5.1 Special Patient Conditions
A particularly careful benefit-risk evaluation must be
carried out before the application of the H.E.L.P.
apheresis in the case of patients suffering from C1
esterase inhibitor deficiency or hereditary C3
deficiency.
In the case of patients with low initial values of iron
and fibrinogen, it is recommended that the
subsequent course of the respective serum
concentration be monitored.
WARNING
Risk to patient due to thrombosis if the heparin is
completely neutralised by protamin-chloride/
-sulphate.
These substances should only be administered
to reverse the heparin effect in the case of
life-threatening haemorrhaging.
CAUTION
Risk to patient due to the elimination of parallel
medication to differing extents. This means that
the level of active substances in a patient who is
receiving H.E.L.P. treatment can be lowered up to
60 %.
If possible, any regularly prescribed medication
should be taken after the H.E.L.P. treatment.
Please refer also to the product information provided
with the consumables.
1.5.2. Electrical Hazards
The H.E.L.P. Plasmat® Futura machine contains life-
threatening high electrical voltages. Do not operate
the machine and do not connect the machine to the
power supply if the housing or the electrical cord is