Indications For Use - Covidien Edge E2250H Mode D'emploi

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Edge™
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E2250H Pencil, Blade Electrode,
Holster
10' (3 m) Cord

E2350H Rocker Switch Pencil,
Blade Electrode,
Holster
10' (3 m) Cord
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E2450H Button Switch Pencil,
Blade Electrode,
Holster
10' (3 m) Cord
For use with a max peak voltage of 5600 V.
Footswitching
Handswitching
Not made with natural rubber latex
Do not use if package is opened
or damaged

Indications for Use

The Covidien™ Electrosurgical Pencil
is an electrode intended for use in general
electrosurgical procedures. The Edge Coated
Electrodes are intended as an alternative
to uncoated stainless steel electrodes for use
in conventional monopolar electrosurgical
accessories. The coated electrodes are
intended for use in situations where
monopolar electrosurgical cutting and
coagulation are normally used.
Warning
Fire Hazard Do not place active accessories
near or in contact with flammable materials
(such as gauze or surgical drapes).
Electrosurgical accessories which are
activated or hot from use can cause a fire.
Use a holster to hold electrosurgical pencils
and similar accessories safely away from
patients, personnel, and surgical drapes.
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Warning
Fire/Explosion Hazard The following
substances will contribute to increased
fire and explosion hazards in the operating
room:
• Flammable substances (such as
alcohol-based skin prepping agents and
tinctures)
• Naturally occurring flammable gases
which may accumulate in body cavities
such as the bowel
• Oxygen enriched atmospheres
• Oxidizing agents (such as nitrous oxide
[N O] atmospheres)
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The sparking and heating associated
with electrosurgery can provide an ignition
source. Observe fire precautions at all times.
When using electrosurgery in the same room
with any of these substances or gases,
prevent their accumulation or pooling under
surgical drapes, or within the area where
electrosurgery is performed.
Fire/Explosion Hazard Verify that all
oxygen-circuit connections are leak free
before and during the use of electrosurgery.
Verify that endotracheal tubes are leak free,
and that the cuff is properly sealed to
prevent oxygen leaks. Enriched oxygen
atmospheres may result in fires and
burns to patients or the surgical team.
Explosion Hazard Do not use
electrosurgery in the presence of flammable
anesthetics.
When not in use, place active accessories in
a holster or in a clean, dry, nonconductive,
and highly visible area not in contact with
the patient. Inadvertent contact with the
patient may result in burns.
Confirm proper electrosurgical generator
settings before proceeding with surgery.
Use the lowest power settings to achieve
the desired surgical effect.
Position surgical electrode cables to avoid
contact with the patient or other leads.