KLS Martin group Rotterdam Instrucciones De Uso página 39

Instructions for Use
Rotterdam Palatal Distractor
An arrow on the corresponding patient screwdriver indicates the activation direction. The
distraction must only be performed by a physician. The patient or his/her relatives are not
permitted to perform the distraction themselves unless they have been authorized and
adequately instructed by the physician.
After each activation, the distractor must be secured against unintentional turning by
tightening the counter nut.
The distraction progress must be continuously supervised by a physician.
WARNING
Danger of system failure due to wrong handling by patient!
Improper handling of the distraction system by the patient can lead to a system defect or
patient injury.
Therefore, heed the following:
Be sure to provide adequate patient instruction and postoperative care. The distraction
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system may never be bent or modified in any other way.
All physical activities which could adversely affect the distraction system or bone sections
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connected with it must be strictly avoided throughout the treatment. This particularly
applies to load carrying (danger of fall) and sports posing a physical impact risk (blow or
knock).
Suitable measures must be taken (such as wearing a protective cuff, splint or helmet) to
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prevent the distraction site from overload (also during sleep).
Observe correct direction of activation (see arrow on patient screwdriver).
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