This product is not made with natural rubber latex.
Intended use
:
The single use UroSeal adjustable endoscopic valve is intended to resist the backflow of fluid around an instrument inserted through the working
channel of a ureteroscope or cystoscope.
Device description:
The
UroSeal
®
Adjustable Endoscopic Valve is an endoscopic adapter designed to facilitate the passage of instruments sized up to 9
French in diameter during a procedure. It has a cap feature to allow instruments to be inserted and secured during a procedure. A
clicking mechanism is used to facilitate the open, semi-closed and closed position. The device also has a side arm y-port with a luer cap
to allow for irrigation if needed.
The device must accommodate the size of the instrument to be introduced through the valve. The adjustable size selection is limited to the size
of the internal working channel of the endoscope.
Warnings and Precautions:
•
Endoscopic procedures should only be performed by persons having adequate training and familiarity with endoscopic
techniques.
•
Consult the medical literature relative to techniques, complications and hazards prior to the performance of any endoscopic
procedure.
•
Exposure to body fluids may occur during connection or disconnection of these devices; adherence to body substance isolation
protocol is the responsibility of the user.
•
This device has been designed to work optimally with luer connector geometry. Other geometries may not have optimal performance
characteristics.
•
Do not attempt to reuse, reprocess, refurbish, remanufacture or resterilize this device. STERIS Endoscopy did not design this device,
nor is it intended to be reused, reprocessed, refurbished, remanufactured, or resterilized. Performing such activities on this disposable
medical device presents a safety risk to patients (i.e. compromised device integrity, cross-contamination, infection).
Prior to Use:
1. Prior to clinical use, inspect and familiarize yourself with the device and read the entire Instructions for use.
If there is
evidence
of damage (i.e. cracked, damaged packaging), or the device is not functioning properly, do not use this
product and contact your local Product Specialist.
Directions for Use:
1.
Use sterile technique to open the
UroSeal
®
adjustable endoscopic valve and place onto the sterile field.
2.
Securely place the
UroSeal
®
adjustable endoscopic valve onto the biopsy channel opening of the endoscope.
3.
Twist the
UroSeal
®
adjustable endoscopic valve at the biopsy port to make a secure attachment.
4.
Prior to removal of the valve, close the stopcock or roller clamp on the IV tubing to stop the flow of fluid.
Product Disposal:
After use, this product may be a potential biohazard which presents a risk of cross-contamination. Handle and dispose of in
accordance with accepted medical practice and applicable local, state and federal laws and regulations.
Issued Date: June 2021
Warning:
An issued or revision date for these instructions is included for the user’s information. In the event that two years have elapsed between
this date and product use, the user should contact STERIS to determine if additional information is available.
Unless otherwise indicated, all marks denoted with ® or ™ are registered with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, or are trademarks owned
by STERIS Corporation.
Serious incidents that have occurred in relation to this medical device should be reported to the manufacturer and competent authority in
the country where the incident occurred.
US Endoscopy, a wholly owned subsidiary of STERIS Corporation.
Made in the U.S.A.