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INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
System Description
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The MicroCutter XCHANGE
30 Stapler is a single patient device that, when
loaded with a MicroCutter XCHANGE
316L stainless steel staples while simultaneously transecting tissue between the
two, double staple rows. The MicroCutter XCHANGE
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XCHANGE
30 Cartridge are designed for introduction and use through a 5 mm
trocar cannula or larger. The staple line length is 30 mm long. The Stapler can be
loaded, fired, and reloaded with the MicroCutter XCHANGE
the number deployments indicated on package label in a single surgical
procedure. The Stapler can fire different sized staples, with the size of the
staple indicated by the color of the MicroCutter XCHANGE
Shaft
Anvil
Jaws
Channel
Tissue Stop
Cartridge (Standard)
Cartridge (Curved Tip)
Note: Other accessories may be provided to assist with device usage
BEFORE USING MICROCUTTER PRODUCTS, PLEASE READ THE
FOLLOWING INFORMATION COMPLETELY AND THOROUGHLY.
Control Number: 103685
Revision: A
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30 Cartridge, delivers two double rows of
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30 Stapler and MicroCutter
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Cartridge for up to
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Cartridges.
Rotation Knob
Articulation
Return Slide
Buttons
Mode
Selector
Button
Handle
Trigger
Staple Slots
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MicroCutter XCHANGE
30 White Cartridge only
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Important
This booklet is designed to assist in using this product, providing detailed
instructions on the use of the MicroCutter XCHANGE
reference on surgical techniques.
Indications
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The MicroCutter XCHANGE
30 is intended for the transection, resection, and/or
creation of anastomoses. The instrument has applications in multiple general,
gynecologic, urologic, thoracic, and pediatric surgical procedures.
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MicroCutter XCHANGE
system can be used to blunt dissect or separate target
tissue from other tissue.
Contraindications
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1.
The MicroCutter XCHANGE
30 White Cartridge is designed for tissue
that is easily compressible to 1.0 mm.
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2.
The MicroCutter XCHANGE
30 Blue Cartridge is designed for tissue that
is easily compressible to 1.5 mm. Not applicable for white cartridge
only stapler.
3.
Do not use the Stapler on ischemic or necrotic tissue.
4.
Do not use the Stapler on the aorta.
5.
The Stapler is not intended for use when surgical stapling is contraindicated.
Precautions
1.
Do not load or fire the MicroCutter XCHANGE
on the package label.
2.
The Staplers are shipped without a Cartridge and must be loaded prior to
use. Use only the indicated MicroCutter XCHANGE
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MicroCutter XCHANGE
30 Stapler. Do not use MicroCutter XCHANGE
Cartridges in an instrument other than the designated MicroCutter
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XCHANGE
30 Stapler.
3.
Do not use a Cartridge if there is any portion of the staples exposed above
the surface. If the Cartridge is not replaced then the Stapler will not fire.
4.
Always inspect tissue thickness and select the MicroCutter XCHANGE
Cartridge with the appropriate size Staples prior to firing. Consideration
should be given to existing pathological conditions, such as preoperative
radiotherapy, which may cause changes in tissue thickness that would fall
outside the indicated range of tissue for the standard choice of staple size.
5.
When positioning the Stapler Jaws at the target site, ensure that no
obstructions are present such as Staples, clips, stents, guide wires, etc.
Firing over an obstruction may result in incomplete transection, improperly
formed Staples, and impact the release from tissue.
6.
The Stapler will cut and staple any tissue clamped between the Jaws.
Use caution to ensure that only structures intended to be cut and
stapled are within the Stapler Jaws.
7.
Attempting to grasp too much tissue between the Jaws will prevent the
Stapler from fully clamping and also prevent firing. Firing in excessively thick
or thin tissue may result in an incomplete deployment and / or poor staple
formation.
8.
After the orange Mode Selector button is activated, pulling the Trigger
will fire the Stapler.
9.
Failure to completely fire, or to fully reset the MicroCutter XCHANGE
30 System will result in an incomplete cut and/or incomplete staple
formation, which may result in poor hemostasis and/or leakage.
Control Number: 103685
MicroCutter XCHANGE
Revision: A
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30 System. It is not a
The
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30 Stapler more than indicated
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30 Cartridges in the
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30
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30 White Cartridge only
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