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Integra Single Use devices have not been
designed to undergo or withstand any form
of alteration, such as disassembly, cleaning
or re-sterilization, after a single patient use.
These devices are intended to come into
contact with the central nervous system and
the ability does not currently exist to destroy
possible contaminates such as Creutzfeldt-
Jakob Disease. Reuse can also compromise
device performance and any usage beyond
the design intent of this single-use device can
result in unpredictable use hazards or loss of
functionality. (THIS STATEMENT APPLIES TO
NON-IMPLANTABLE COMPONENTS ONLY.)
As long as the individual package of the
ACCU-FLO Ventricular Catheter is not opened
or damaged, the product is sterile.
Instructions for Use
Since the sites of insertion of the ventricular
catheter vary, decisions regarding the
technique of insertion and verification of
proper placement must be made by the surgeon
on a case by case basis.
1. The operative site should be aseptically
prepared and draped.
2. Perform the catheterization with the stylet in
place in the catheter; remove the stylet, check
for free flow of fluid.
The catheter is now in position to be secured
at the distal end.
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