Symmetry Surgical BOOKWALTER Bedienungsanleitung Seite 3

The following instrument is available only sep -
arately, and can be used when the patient is in
either the buie position or the lithotomy position:
50-4582 1 each Horizontal Flex Bar
Indications
When used in conjunction with the appropriate
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BOOKWALTER Components, the BOOKWALTER
Rectal Kit is designed for retraction in rectal
surgery and small incision surgery.
WARNINGS
The retractor system can exert a great amount
of force on the wound edges and on tissues.
Release the retractor for short periods of time
or shift the blades to relieve the pressure on
any one point.
If the table is to be tilted toward the side
holding the post, it is important to place
adequate padding between the table post and
the patient. Pressure necrosis or a nerve palsy
could result if the patient is pressed against
the unpadded bar for a long period.
Precautions
If using monopolar electrosurgical equipment
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while using the BOOKWALTER Rectal Kit,
consult the basic rules of usage concerning
electrosurgery (see EN 60 601-2-2), as well as
the manufacturerʼs instructions for use regard -
ing specific warnings and conditions.
Be sure to electrically isolate the patient from
(high frequency leakage currents to) the oper -
ating table, in accordance with the instructions
provided by the manufacturer of the electro -
surgical equipment.
Ensure that the patient does not come
into contact with metal parts that are earthed
or that have an appreciable capacitance
to earth (for example: operating table,
supports), in accordance with the instructions
provided by the manufacturer of the electro -
surgical equipment.
Avoid small-area contacts with objects having
a low impedance to earth at high frequencies,
as unwanted burns may result.
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