B-K Medical Type 8661 User Manual - Performing
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8661 • Performing Puncture and Biopsy
To mount UA1242 (as shown in Fig. 4.):
Fig. 4.
Type 8661 with puncture attachment UA1242
1. Hold the transducer with the groove uppermost and the control button underneath.
2. Position UA1242 on the probe ensuring that the two holes on the underside of the
guide fit on to the raised nubs on the groove of the transducer handle.
3. Lock the swinging arm into position over the bottom of the transducer. An audible click
indicates when the needle guide is securely attached.
Caution
Ensure that the tip of the needle guide lies close to the front end of the probe, if not the needle
guide may be damaged and require realignment by B-K Medical technicians.
Caution
Ensure UA1242 is positioned correctly.
To remove the needle guide, unlock the swinging arm and lift the needle guide off the trans-
ducer.
Performing
Puncture and Biopsy
Endovaginal Biopsy
Cover the transducer with a sterile transducer cover.
If the transducer cover is damaged when attaching the puncture attachment, replace it with
a new cover.
See the Product Data sheet for a list of available transducer covers.
WARNING
It is essential for the patient’s safety that only the correct puncture attachments, as described
in this guide, are used. Never use unauthorized combinations of transducers and puncture
attachments or other manufacturers puncture attachments.
Before beginning a puncture or biopsy procedure, always check that the type number of the
transducer and the type number or description of the puncture attachment match exactly
those displayed on the scanner monitor.
WARNING
The puncture line on the scan image is an indication of the expected needle path. The needle
tip echo should be monitored at all times so any deviation from the desired path can be cor-
rected.