One of the recommended methods to disinfect the ultrasound probes is immersion
disinfection:
1.
Place the probe into the solution of cleaning-disinfectant. Make sure not to immerse the
probe into the liquid beyond the immersion level given in the pictures below. Make sure
that the probe is covered with the cleaning-disinfectant up to the immersion level during
the complete disinfection time. For more information on the cleaning and disinfection
solution, please consult the instructions on the Probe Care Card and given by the
manufacturer of each listed product.
2.
Scrub the probe as needed using a soft sponge, gauze, or cloth to remove all visible
residue from the probe surface. Prolonged soaking or scrubbing with a soft bristle brush
(such as a toothbrush) may be necessary if material has dried onto the probe surface.
3.
Rinse the probe with enough clean, potable water to remove all disinfectant residues.
4.
Use a soft cloth to clean the cable and the user section of the probe with the cleaning-
disinfectant liquid. Make sure that the surface of the probe and cable is wetted
thoroughly with the cleaning-disinfectant.
5.
Allow probe to air dry completely.
6.
Reconnect the probe to the ultrasound console and place the probe into its holder.
7.
Inspect the probe prior to use for damage or degeneration to the housing, strain relief,
lens and seal. Do not use a damaged or defective probe until it has been inspected and
repaired/replaced by a GE Service Representative.
8.
Put a new sterile*, legally marketed probe sheath over the probe prior to next use.
Other appropriate disinfection methods for ultrasound probes, such as wipe disinfection, may
be applied as an alternative to disinfection by immersion, provided that the products listed in
the Probe Care Card are used.
Note
The use of a sterile sheath is recommended for every semi-critical use of the probe.
Endoscopic, rectal and transvaginal probes should be used with a single-use sterile sheath
(Market Clearance of Diagnostic Ultrasound Systems and Transducers, FDA June 27, 2019).
Probe immersion levels
All probes labeled “IPX7” are watertight up to a minimum of 5 cm above the probes strain
relief. If the probe is not explicitly marked as IPX7, only the scan head is watertight and the
rest of the probe is IPX0 according to IEC 60601-2-37.
Note
Read all safety precautions before proceeding.
Probes and Biopsies
Voluson™ SWIFT / Voluson SWIFT+ Instructions For Use
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