Performance Characteristics; Precautions - Codman 82-8851 Manual Del Usuario

Performance Characteristics

It is recommended that each adjustment of the
valve, using CODMAN CERTAS Tool Kit be limited
to an increase or decrease of one setting, since
setting changes can range between 15 and
50 mmH O.
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Precautions

Do not use any of the CODMAN CERTAS Tool
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Kit components on a metal surface, such as
a Mayo stand, as this could interfere with the
Indicator Tool magnets.
Note: the Adjustment Tool contains
powerful magnets.
Inspect the CODMAN CERTAS Tool Kit
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components before each use. Check for
damage, such as cracks. Do not use the Tool Kit
if damage is present. Contact your local Integra
sales representative for a replacement kit.
Carefully monitor the patient during the first
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24 hours after adjusting the performance
setting of the valve. It is recommended that
each adjustment be limited to an increase or a
decrease of one setting, since setting changes
can range between 15 and 50 mmH
• Confirm the valve performance setting after
an MR procedure.
Excessive swelling may make it difficult to
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determine and/or adjust the performance setting.
See Step 4 in SECTION B: Post-
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Implantation Adjustment Procedure for
instructions for using the Low Profile
Locator Tool in these instances.
If difficulty correctly positioning both Locator
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Tools persists, wait until the swelling is
reduced or confirm the valve setting with
x-ray. See SECTION D: Confirming the
Current Valve Setting for more information.
Failure to accurately position the Locator
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tool could result in an inaccurate indication of
the performance setting, potentially leading to
a false reading (i.e. an incorrect number may
appear in the window of the Indicator Tool).
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