Juzo Ulcer System Instrucciones De Uso página 6

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Material composition
For precise details, please see the textile label sewn into
your compression garment or the printed information on
the fabric.
Storage information and shelf life
Store in a dry place and protect from sunlight. Standard
products have a maximum shelf life of 36 months. The
compression garment then has a usage period of 6 months.
The usage period depends on correct handling (e.g. care,
donning and doffing) and normal use of the products. The
usage period of the medical product is printed on the box
with an hourglass symbol. After the 6-month usage period,
body measurements must be re-checked by a medical
specialist. In the event of significant changes in measure-
ments of the body part that is being treated (e.g. based on
therapeutic success, weight change), re-measurement and
supply of a new product may be required earlier, before the
6-month usage period comes to an end.
Indications
Treatment of Ulcus cruris venosum type ulcers as an alter-
native or complement to compression bandages following
oedema reduction. Prevention of recurrent Ulcera cruris
venosa (recidive prophylaxis).
Absolute contraindications
Advanced peripheral arterial disease (if one of these
parameters applies: ABPI < 0.5, ankle artery pressure
< 60 mmHg, toe pressure < 30 mmHg or TcPO2 < 20 mmHg
instep). Decompensated heart failure (NYHA III + IV), septic
phlebitis, phlegmasia cerulea dolens, acute bacterial, viral
or allergic inflammation, swelling of the extremities for
unknown reasons.
Relative contraindications
Pronounced weeping dermatoses, intolerance to pressure
or of any of the components of the product, severe sensory
disorders of the extremities, advanced peripheral neurop-
athy (e.g. diabetes mellitus), primary chronic polyarthritis,
peripheral arterial disease (PAD) stage I/II, malignant
lymphoedema.
Important
If there are open wounds in the area to be treated, the
affected area must be covered with an appropriate wound
dressing or bandage before the compression garment
can be applied. Liability for failure to comply with these
contraindications cannot be accepted by the Julius Zorn
GmbH Group.
Side effects
There are no known side effects when using this product
correctly. However, if you notice any adverse changes (e.g.
irritation of the skin) during the prescribed use, please
consult your doctor or medical retailer immediately. If you
know that you are allergic to one or more of the product
ingredients, please consult your doctor before using the
product. If your symptoms worsen during the time you
are wearing the product, please take off the product and
consult a medical specialist immediately. The manufacturer
does not accept any liability for damage / injuries resulting
from improper use or misuse.
In the case of complaints related to this product, such
as damage to the knitted fabric or problems with the fit,
please contact the medical retailer directly. Only serious
incidents that may lead to a major deterioration of the
patient's medical condition or to death should be reported
to the manufacturer and the relevant authority in the
Member State. Serious incidents are defined in Article 2
(65) Regulation (EU) 2017/745 (MDR).
Disposal
You can dispose of your compression garments in the usual
way. There are no specific disposal instructions.
* The Juzo Ulcer System Add set (replacement set) contains only the
liner stockings and is available in medical supply stores.