1.3.3 tissue debridement
The FMS VUE II system includes an integrated shaver console . The light-weight, high-speed
Micro handpiece is designed for use with blades listed in Appendix B . When the shaver is
running, the FMS VUE II automatically activates suction through the shaver and clamps off
other suction ports (Figure 1) .
1.4
indications for use
The FMS VUE II Fluid Management and Tissue Debridement System is intended to provide
controlled fluid distention and suction, controlled cutting, burring, shaving and abrading of bone
and tissue for use in arthroscopic surgery of the shoulder, knee, ankle, elbow, wrist and hip joints .
1.5
intended use
The FMS VUE II Fluid Management and Tissue Debridement System is intended for use in a
surgical setting by personnel trained in arthroscopy .
1.6
Contraindications
The FMS VUE II System is contraindicated in any non-arthroscopic surgical procedure and
is for use with saline irrigation only . The system is not appropriate for patients for whom an
arthroscopic procedure is contraindicated for any reason .
• DO NOT use the FMS VUE II in instances where capsular integrity is suspect .
• DO NOT use the FMS VUE II with a gas distension medium . Use only with sterile irrigation
solution for distension of the operative site .
• DO NOT use the FMS VUE II to administer drugs, IV-fluids, blood or blood substitutes .
Figure 1. FMS VUE II Connections
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