Integra LifeSciences CryoSolutions Cryosurgical Unit - Manual (Page 3)

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Technical Data
• Refrigerating Method – Open system Cold Performance
(-89°C / -128°F).
• Control Mechanism is gold plated brass and stainless steel
which has a trigger for opening and closing the valve to
permit dosing (gas flow).
• There is a safety filter within the cartridge holder,
PTFE and acrylonitrile - butadiene silicone rubber seals.
• Dispensing tips are also gold plated metal which
encase the borosilicate glass top.
• Metal cartridges with thread and valve contain
23.5 grams of nitrous oxide (N
2
O).
• Cartridge content pressure of 50 bars.
Indications
The CryoSolutions ® device is indicated for destruction of tissue
during surgical procedures by applying extreme cold.
Contraindications
The well-known contraindication of cold are in particular all kinds
of cryoproteinemia and cold urticarial.
Warnings
• Always wear gloves when using CryoSolutions ® device.
• The user of this equipment should review the Product
Manual and be familiar with the set-up, use and care of the
unit prior to use. The instructions should be followed with
special attention to warnings and control features. This
manual should be readily available to users and other
appropriate personnel.
• Before each use, ensure that the CryoSolutions ® unit is not
damaged and is operating properly.
• Patients must be informed of possible risks prior
to treatment.
• The device use should be restricted to intended clinical
applications. Ultimately, the Clinician will determine the