Description; Introduction; Intended Use / Indications; Intended User - Medela Basic Mode D'emploi

3 Description

Introduction

The Basic is a high-quality suction pump. It is powered by a piston/cylinder system and pro-
vides maximum suction performance for many suctioning needs. It ideally combines easy
handling and cleaning with safety features to ensure optimal operation. You can choose from
a comprehensive range of accessories from Medela to configure the pump to many medical
applications. The device should not be used adjacent to or stacked with other equipment. If
adjacent or stacked use is necessary, the device should be observed to verify normal opera-
tion in the configuration in which it will be used.

Intended use / indications

Intended Use of the Basic suction pump is the creation of a constant vacuum in the range of
0 to -90 kPa. This vacuum can be used for all applications in the hospital, clinic and doctors
practice which require a vacuum in this setting such as: general surgery, liposuction, endos-
copy, epicardial ablation, nasopharyngeal suction, neurosurgery, OPCAB, vacuum assisted
cesarian/delivery and wound drainage.

Intended user

The Basic should only be operated by properly trained staff. These persons must not be hard
of hearing or deaf and must have adequate visual faculty. The training should be refreshed at
least once a year.

Intended patient population

The Basic is intended to be used on patients only exhibiting conditions as described in the
indications for use.

Important note

Compliance with proper surgical procedures and techniques is the responsibility of the physi-
cian. Each physician must evaluate the appropriateness of the treatment based on his own
knowledge and experience.
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