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Intended Use:
The bite block is used to protect the endoscope insertion tube from being bitten by the patient. Bite blocks are available with
and without retaining straps.
Warnings and Precautions:
 When placing the bite block in the patient's mouth, care should be exercised to avoid placing fingers between the bite
block and the patient's teeth.
 Flexible endoscopy procedures should only be performed by persons having adequate training and familiarity with
endoscopic techniques. Consult the medical literature relative to techniques, complications and hazards prior to the
performance of an endoscopic procedure.
 US Endoscopy did not design this device to be reprocessed or reused, and therefore cannot verify that reprocessing can
clean and/or sterilize or maintain the structural integrity of the device to ensure patient and/or user safety.
 The bite block is intended for single patient use only. Any institution, practitioner, or third party who reprocesses,
refurbishes, remanufactures, resterilizes, and/or reuses this disposable device must bear full responsibility for its safety
and effectiveness.
Directions for use:
 Place the bite block in the patient's mouth. If the retaining strap is used, secure the strap on the bite block.
 To secure retaining strap (if applicable): Insert the retaining strap through posterior aspect of side port and thread over
cleat. If strap is Velcro, press strips together to fasten and pull apart to unfasten.
Product Disposal:
After use, this product may be a potential biohazard. Handle and dispose of in accordance with accepted medical
practice and applicable local, state and federal laws and regulations.
Issued Date: January 2013
Warning:
An issued or revision date for these instructions is included for the user's information. In the event two years has elapsed
between this date and product use, the user should contact US Endoscopy to determine if additional information is available.
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