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Endocavitary Probe Biopsy Guide Preparation
CAUTION
NOTE:
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Direction 5454884-100 English Rev. 1
1. If a biopsy is to be performed, snap the metal or plastic
biopsy guide on to the probe over the sheath.
Patient injury or repeated biopsies may result. The needle
placement will not be as intended if the needle guide is not
properly seated and secure.
Figure 1-40. Disposable Biopsy Guide 5 degree Angle
a
Figure 1-41. Reusable Biopsy Guide
a. Fix with a screw
For the RIC5-9-D and IC5-9-D probes, use the TR5
guidelines for the plastic (disposable-only) biopsy guides;
use the RU guidelines with the stainless steel reusable
biopsy guides.
2. Place an adequate amount of ultrasound gel on the gel-filled
sheath tip's outer surface.
3. Ensure the guide is properly seated and secure by pushing
forward on the needle insertion end of the guide until the
attachment node is firmly in place in it's hole.
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