Introduction; Unpacking / Preliminary Checks; Safety; Warnings - Huntleigh DMX Instrucciones De Uso

1.

Introduction

The DMX is a multi-function, battery powered, hand-held Doppler intended for vascular use. It is compatible with
Huntleigh's full range of 'XS' interchangeable probes.
By the addition of a Photo Plethysmography (PPG) Probe, the Doppler can be used in determining the Ankle
Brachial Pressure Index (ABPI), or Toe Brachial Pressure Index (TBI), for the detection of Peripheral Artery
Disease (PAD).
This equipment is for use only by suitably qualifi ed healthcare practitioners and is not intended for use by the
patient.
Before using this equipment, study this manual carefully and familiarise yourself with the controls, display
features and operation.
Experience with use of ultrasonic dopplers is preferable, but for novice users training material is provided with
the online documents. Exposure to ultrasound should be kept As Low As Reasonably Achievable - (ALARA
guidelines).
Scan the QR code on the rear cover of this IFU with a smartphone, or visit the Huntleigh website for electronic
copies of user literature. All documents are available to download as PDF fi les. To read them, you must have a
PDF reader installed on your device. Alternatively paper copies are available upon request.
1.1

Unpacking / Preliminary Checks

On receipt of your Doppler, check that all items are present and undamaged. If items are missing or have been
damaged in transit, inform Huntleigh Healthcare immediately.
Digital Handheld Doppler
Charger & USB lead*
*selected Dopplers
2.

Safety

2.1

Warnings

• Dopplers are screening tools to aid the healthcare professional. If there is doubt as to vascular status,
further investigations should be undertaken immediately using alternative techniques.
• Do not use in the presence of fl ammable gases.
• Do not use in a sterile fi eld* unless additional barrier precautions are taken.
• Do not sterilise the product or its accessories*. The product will be damaged.
• Do not expose to excessive heat, including prolonged exposure to sunlight.
• Do not dispose of batteries in fi re as this can cause them to explode.
• The Doppler is not waterproof and must not be immersed.
• This product contains sensitive electronics, which are susceptible to interference, this will be indicated by
unusual sounds.
• Any equipment connected to the USB port must be compliant with IEC 60601-1.
• This equipment must not be modifi ed.
Note: *Does not apply to Intraoperative Probe. Refer to Intraoperative Probe IFU for details on cleaning/
sterilisation processes.
2.2

Patient Applied Parts

As defi ned in IEC 60601-1, the patient applied parts of the DMX Doppler are the ultrasound probes, PPG
sensors and cuff s.
2.3 Intended Use & Indications
The Doppler is intended for use by qualifi ed healthcare practitioners in primary, acute and community healthcare
environments, for the assessment of vascular blood fl ow, to assist in diagnosis.
It is indicated for the assessment of blood fl ow and direction, within veins and arteries, by audible and visual
means.
IFU (this document)
Ultrasound Gel
Batteries
Carry bag
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