Intelect® RPW
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DANGER
DANGER
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The Intelect RPW unit may contain Di (2-ethylhexyl)
phthalate (DEHP) which is the plasticizer for most PVC
medical devices. Everyone is exposed to small levels of
DEHP in everyday life. However, some individuals can be
exposed to high levels of DEHP through certain medical
procedures. DEHP can leach out of plastic medical devices
into solutions that come into contact with the plastic.
The amount of DEHP that will leach out depends on
the temperature, the lipid content of the liquid, and the
duration of contact with the plastic. As a preventative
measure, use PVC devices that do not contain DEHP, or
devices made of other materials such as ethylene (EVA),
silicone, polyethylene, or polyurethane for all clinical
procedures. Avoid using DEHP-leaching PVC when
performing all clinical procedures on male neonates,
pregnant women who are carrying male fetuses, or
peripubertal males.
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The Intelect RPW unit may contain bisphenol-A (BPA)
which is a building block of polycarbonate plastic used
to make numerous consumer products (baby bottles, 5
gallon water bottles, etc). This chemical is considered an
Unclassifiable Carcinogen and a suspected Endocrine
disruptor which may interfere with or block hormones.
BPA is highly toxic if swallowed, absorbed through the
skin, or inhaled.
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The effects of BPA and DEHP are not known in the
concentrations present in the unit and its applicators.
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In case of damage from transport that could endanger
personal safety, the unit must not be connected to the
mains power supply before inspection is complete.
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Adhere to rules, regulations, and ordinances that may vary
from location to location concerning the appropriate use
of high powered radio frequency fields.
