Ambu aScope Gastro Manual De Instrucciones página 13

Suction
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Press the suction valve to aspirate excess fluids or other debris obscuring the endoscopic image�
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For optimal suction capability, it is recommended to remove endotherapy accessories
entirely during suction�
• Should the suction valve on the endoscope clog, remove and clean it or replace it with
the spare suction valve attached on the mounting card�
Use of endotherapy accessories
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Always make sure to select the correct size of gastrointestinal endotherapy accessories for
use in combination with the endoscope by consulting respective IFUs�
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Accessories should be compatible if they are designed for working channels with an inner
diameter (ID) of 2�8 mm/8�4 Fr or less for aScope Gastro and with an ID of 4�2 mm/12�6 Fr or
less for aScope Gastro Large, and/or for a distal tip with an outer diameter (OD) of 9�9 mm
for aScope Gastro and an OD of 11�5 mm for aScope Gastro Large� However, there is no
guarantee that accessories selected using only this minimum working channel size and/or
outer diameter of distal end will be compatible with the endoscope� Thus, compatibility of
selected accessories should be assessed prior to the procedure�
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Inspect the endotherapy accessory before use� Replace it if there is any irregularity in its
operation or external appearance�
• If applicable, confirm that the tip of the endotherapy accessory is closed or retracted into
its sheath� Insert the endotherapy accessory through the biopsy valve into the working
channel� Hold the accessory approximately 4 cm (1�5") from the biopsy valve and advance
it slowly and straight towards the biopsy valve using short strokes while observing the
endoscopic image� Open the biopsy valve cap to ease insertion for large-diameter
endotherapy accessories�
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Advance the accessory carefully through the working channel until it exits the working
channel outlet and can be seen on the monitor�
• If applicable, ensure that the accessory is in a neutral position before withdrawing it from
the endoscope through the biopsy valve�
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If the accessory cannot be removed, retract the endoscope as described in the next paragraph
while observing the endoscopic image�
Withdrawal of the endoscope 9
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Stop using the image magnification (zoom) function of the displaying unit�
• Aspirate accumulated air, blood, mucus or other debris by activating the suction valve�
• Move the up/down angulation lock to the "F" direction to release the angulation�
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Turn the right/left angulation lock to the "F" direction to release the angulation�
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Carefully withdraw the endoscope, while observing the endoscopic image�
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Remove mouthpiece from the patient´s mouth�
3.6. After use
Detach all tubes and tubing sets from the endoscope connector� 10
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• Press the release button and disconnect the endoscope from the displaying unit� 11
• Check the endoscope for any missing parts, evidence of damage, cuts, holes, sagging,
or other irregularities on the bending and insertion section including the distal tip� 12
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Should any irregularities exist, immediately determine if any parts are missing and take
the necessary corrective action(s)�
Disposal of the endoscope 13
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The used endoscope is considered contaminated after use and must be disposed of
including all packaging and the spare suction valve in accordance with local guidelines
for collection of infected medical devices with electronic components�
Returning devices to Ambu
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Should it be necessary to return an endoscope to Ambu for evaluation, please contact your
representative at Ambu for instructions and/or guidance�
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To prevent infection, it is strictly forbidden to ship contaminated medical devices�
• As a medical device, endoscope must be decontaminated on site prior to shipment to Ambu�
• Ambu reserves the right to return contaminated medical devices to the sender�
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