novocure Optune NovoTTF 200A, Руководство пользователя

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WARNINGS
Warning - Use Optune Treatment Kit only after receiving training from qualified
personnel, such as your doctor, a nurse, other medical personnel, or Novocure Device
Support Specialist who have completed a training course given by the device
manufacturer (Novocure). Your training will include a detailed review of this manual
and practice in the use of the system. In addition, you will be trained in what to do if
there are problems with treatment. Use of Optune Treatment Kit without receiving this
training can result in breaks in treatment and may rarely cause increased scalp rash,
open sores on your head, allergic reactions or even an electric shock.
Warning - Do not use Optune Treatment Kit if you are younger than 18 years of age.
It is unknown what side effects the device may cause in these cases or if it will be
effective.
Warning - In case of skin irritation, which appears as redness under the transducer
arrays (a mild rash), talk to your physician before starting any treatment for skin
irritation. Your physician may recommend using use over-the-counter topical steroids
when replacing transducer arrays. This will help relieve your skin irritation. If you do
not use this cream, the skin irritation can become more serious and may even lead to
skin break down, infections, pain and blisters. If this happens, stop using the topical
steroid cream and contact your doctor. Your doctor will supply you with an antibiotic
cream to use when replacing transducer arrays. If you do not use this cream, your
symptoms may continue and your doctor may ask you to take a break from treatment
until your skin heals. Taking a break from treatment may lower your chance to
respond to treatment.
Warning - All servicing procedures must be performed by qualified and trained
personnel. If you attempt to open and service the system alone you may cause
damage to the system. You could also get an electric shock by touching the inner
parts of the device.
Warning - No modification of this equipment is allowed.
Warning – re-use of INE Transducer arrays can lead to poor contact with the scalp and
may cause the device to alarm and stop working. Re-use of INE Transducer arrays can
lead to worsening of the skin inflammation and rarely even to local infection. If you
suffer from an infection on your scalp (puss, swelling and warmth) consult with your
physician immediately.