SAFETY INFORMATION
Product Info
Product Name- TraumaGuard
Model number – 000-0221
Basic UDI Info- 08600034787000-0221WW
Indication for use statement
- Intended Use TraumaGuard Intra-abdominal Pressure-Sensing System is intended for use in the drainage of urine and continuous measuring of intra-abdominal pressure (IAP) and core body temperature (CBT). The measured IAP can be used as an aid in the diagnosis of intra-abdominal hypertension (“IAH”) and abdominal compartment syndrome (“ACS”).
Contra indication and precaution statement (s)
- Contra-indications TG should not be used if the patient has a known allergic reaction to silicone or polyurethane.
Precautions- Important Catheterization with TG can only be performed by a qualified and trained Healthcare Professional. TG is strictly single-use and must not be re-used. The TG Cable should be cleaned using the methods defined by local Clinical Policies. LBL-002 rev 13
Please Note:
• Only use water-based lubricants or gels.
• Use a Luer Tip syringe to inflate the balloon with sterile water.
• Fill the balloon slowly to the specified capacity. CAUTION: FEDERAL LAW RESTRICTS THIS DEVICE TO SALE BY OR ON THE ORDER OF A PHYSICIAN Precautions
• Use only under physician directive if any of the following Patient conditions are known to exist: o Known current Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) o Urethral injury and stricture o Recent urethral or bladder surgery o Prior transurethral resection of the prostate with a large tissue defect o History of abdominoperineal resection for rectal cancer, rectal stenosis, or other major rectal pathology o Significant symptoms of urinary obstruction prior to treatment
• Do not use ointments or lubricants with a petroleum base.
• Do not use sharp instruments with TG. Sharp instruments could damage the catheter and cause it to malfunction.
• It is recommended that the patient drink more water when catheterized – please follow local Clinical Policies on fluid intake. • Patients with Indwelling Catheters should be monitored in accordance with local and national Clinical Policies.
• Strict adherence to aseptic technique and hand hygiene are essential to minimize the risk of Catheter Associated Urinary Tract Infections.
• Do not stretch the catheter – stretching may damage the catheter.
• Do not modify or attempt to repair the TG cable. If malfunction occurs and is not resolved by following the procedure in step 3, discard and order a replacement unit.
Sterilization method
- Single use device sterilized by E-beam
Reporting Serious Incidents
If you experience a serious incident while using this device, or if you become aware of a serious incident involving this device, please report it to us immediately. A serious incident is any malfunction or deterioration in the performance of the device that has led to, or could lead to:
- The death of a patient, user, or other person.
- A serious deterioration in a person’s state of health.
- An immediate public health threat.
You can report a serious incident by:
- Email: Send an email to info@sentinelmedtech.com
- Phone: Call us at + 1-800-579-4910
- Website: Visit our website www.sentinelmedtech.com and navigate to the “Reporting Incidents” section.
Reporting timelines should be included for the reporting section:
- For incidents posing an immediate public health threat, report within 2 days.
- For incidents leading to death or serious deterioration, report within 10 days.
- For all other serious incidents, report within 15 days.
CONTACT INFORMATION
Sentinel Medical
50 N Laura St,
Ste. 2500
Jacksonville, Fl 32202
Phone: 1-800-579-4910
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OBELIS S.A.
Bd. Général Wahis,
53 1030 Brussels, Belgium
Tel: +32.2.732.59.54
Fax: +32.2.732.60.03
E-mail: mail@obelis.net www.obelis.net


