Endocavity Transducers; Operators Of Endocavity Transducers; Patient Safety During Endocavity Studies - Philips EPIQ 7 User Manual

Operators of Endocavity Transducers

Endocavity Transducers

11 Endocavity Transducers
Endocavity transducers provide high-resolution endocavity imaging for obstetric and GYN
applications. The system supports the C10-3v and the C10-4ec endocavity transducers.
WARNING
All endocavity transducers are designed to be defibrillator safe in accordance with IEC
60601-1. Nevertheless, always remove the transducer from the patient before defibrillation.
Operators of Endocavity Transducers
Philips endocavity transducers are designed for use under the guidance of physicians who are
properly trained in endocavity ultrasound imaging techniques, according to currently approved
relevant medical practices. Philips recommends that physicians operating any Philips
endocavity transducer have the following qualifications:
• Proficiency in recognizing and interpreting imaging patterns
• Thorough familiarity with the safe operation, care, and maintenance of the system and
endocavity transducers
• Thorough familiarity with the latest endocavity methods through literature and seminars

Patient Safety During Endocavity Studies

To operate an endocavity transducer, you must be under the guidance of a physician who is
properly trained in endocavity ultrasound imaging techniques, according to currently approved
relevant medical practices. You also must be thoroughly familiar with the safe operation, care,
and maintenance of the ultrasound system used with the transducer, as well as proficient at
interpreting the images generated.
To help ensure patient safety when using an endocavity transducer, observe the following
guidelines:
• Scrutinize the entire transducer before each use.
• Operate the transducer properly.
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