Introduction; Product Description; Intended Use - Stryker Altrix Handbuch

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Product description

The Stryker model 8001Altrix® Precision Temperature Management System can supply water to an individual or
multiple thermal transfer devices simultaneously with each of these circuits monitored separately. Three operating
modes are available to ease patient care: Automatic, Manual, and Monitor. The controller uses the patient temperature
probe to provide closed loop feedback for automatic patient temperature management and monitoring. The controller
alarms visual and audible indications for when safety parameters are exceeded or it detects system function or
performance irregularities. The Altrix system is able to provide a patient temperature output reference signal to be
connected to a non-specific third party device or system.
The controller regulates water temperatures between 4.0° C (39.2° F) and 40.0° C (104.0° F) and circulates the heated
or cooled water via hose sets through the thermal transfer devices. A graphical display provides the user an interface
for selecting desired water or patient temperature settings, operating modes, help menus, and other key parameters.
Visual indicators are displayed to inform the user of system status or when the user must confirm a setting selection.
The system's water temperature and flow outputs can be monitored with 400 series compatible devices to optimize
system operation.
The Altrix system includes the following components:
• controller
• reusable hose sets
• thermal transfer devices (blankets, vests, and leg wraps)
• patient temperature probes
• reusable adapter cables
• reusable patient temperature output cable
Note: The blankets, vests, leg wraps, and patient temperature probes are type BF applied parts.

Intended use

The Altrix system is intended for circulating temperature controlled warm or cold water via patient contact thermal
transfer devices for the application of regulating human body temperature in situations where a physician or clinician
with prescription privileges determines that temperature therapy is necessary or desirable.
Indications for use for the Altrix system include:
• Maintain pre-set body temperature as determined by the physician
• Maintain normal body temperature during surgical procedures
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