It should first be noted that the issue with deterioration is not being seen in all practices that use ultrasound equipment, but rather it is most prevalent in practices where specialties such as sports medicine, orthopedic, vascular, endocrinology, podiatrists, and pain management are common. In addition, in scenarios where the deterioration occurred it was determined that the offices were using ethyl chloride at the needle injection site which was then transferred to the transducer . This was causing the head of the transducer to break down. And while the amount of time it took this to happen varied, in one instance this occurrence took only six months!
What You Can do to Minimize Deterioration to Ultrasound Equipment
For many practices, the ultrasound is an important part of the treatment process, so you need it to function properly every time your reach for it. Here are some tips to keep your ultrasound in top condition.
As physicians, it is important to do all you can to minimize the amount of discomfort a patient experiences. Consequently, it is vital to take steps to prevent the deterioration of your equipment. So, don’t overlook the value of using the probe sheaths when performing ultrasound accomplished procedures and following the proper cleaning process. If you have additional questions about your ultrasound equipment, please give one of our Natural Ultrasound technicians and call. We are happy to help.
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