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Intended purpose
INTENDED USE
The DYSSUCTION
Suction Device M or DYSSUCTION
®
mobile, medical suction device for subglottal suction of secretions with a cuff cannula or a cuff tube
with suction attachment.
The DYSSUCTION
Suction Device M or DYSSUCTION
®
more than one patient at a time!
INDICATIONS
Subglottal suction for patients using a cuff cannula or a cuff tube with suction attachment
CONTRAINDICATIONS
None
RISKS AND SIDE EFFECTS
If the back of the trachea is in contact with the suction opening of the cuff cannula or the cuff tube and
causes underpressure over an extended period, this may cause oedema or pressure points.
USERS
Intended users are:
medical personnel or professional users,
•
who are familiar with and have been trained in how to handle, operate and prepare the device
and its accessories and to dispose of the accessories as directed by the instructions for use.
Familiarisation and training is provided by Andreas Fahl Medizintechnik–Vertrieb GmbH or an
authorised dealer.
Relatives of the patient,
•
who are familiar with and have been trained in how to handle, operate and prepare the device
and its accessories and to dispose of the accessories as directed by the instructions for use.
Familiarisation and training is provided by trained and experienced medical personnel or
professional users.
ENVIRONMENT IN WHICH THE DEVICE MAY BE USED
in outpatient and inpatient care (professional healthcare facility environment),
•
in the home healthcare environment, particularly for suction of secretion with a cuff cannula or
•
a cuff tube with suction attachment.
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Suction Device S is a battery-powered,
®
Suction Device S must never be used on
®