10 Probes and Biopsy Brackets
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10.2 Biopsy
You should properly assemble and verify the biopsy bracket before performing a biopsy.
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Only use the biopsy bracket in conjunction with the probe provided by the
manufacturer. Otherwise, the system and probe may be damaged, an accident such as
a fire may result in the worst case.
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Only trained physicians or sonographers under ultrasound guidance can handle the
biopsy needle guides. During operation, the operator must observe the proper needle
insertion sequencing with the needle guide in order to avoid undue discomfort and
unnecessary risk and injury to the patient.
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The biopsy guidelines that display on the monitor are intended as a reference. It is
the operator’s responsibility to verify the correct positioning of the needle during a
biopsy.
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Do not use a needle guide if the path of the needle is not accurately indicated by the
on-screen guidelines. The path of the needle must be displayed within the guidelines.
Contact the manufacturer or the local distributer if the needle path is not accurately
indicated.
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Do not freeze an image when performing a biopsy.
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To avoid hurting the patient accidentally, the operator should be highly focused during
a biopsy.
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You should activate the biopsy guidelines before performing a biopsy.
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The biopsy needle is disposable.
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To avoid infection, disinfect the probe and cover it with the probe sheath when
performing a biopsy.
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To avoid possible personnel injury, the operator should perform the biopsy using an
appropriate biopsy bracket.
10.2.1 Available Biopsy Brackets
Biopsy
Bracket Model
Available
Probe Model
Available Biopsy Needle Application
NGBC613 C613 14G, 16G, 18G, 20G, 22G Body surface
NGB3C-A 3C-A 14G, 16G, 18G, 20G, 22G Body surface
NGBL741 L741 14G, 16G, 18G, 20G, 22G Body surface
NGB12L-B 12L-B 14G, 16G, 18G, 20G, 22G Body surface
NGB3P-A 3P-A 14G, 16G, 18G, 20G, 22G Body surface