US and Canada Indications for Use:
The Cannula is indicated for:
- the non-surgical removal of thrombi or emboli from the vasculature
- aspiration of contrast media and other fluids from the vasculature
The Cannula is intended for use in the venous system and for the treatment of pulmonary embolism.
The Handle is indicated as a vacuum source for the AlphaVac Multipurpose Mechanical Aspiration System.
EU Indications for Use:
The Cannula is indicated for:
- the non-surgical removal of thrombi or emboli from the pulmonary arteries
- aspiration of contrast media and other fluids from the pulmonary arteries
The Cannula is intended for the treatment of pulmonary embolism.
The Handle is indicated as a vacuum source for the AlphaVac Multipurpose Mechanical Aspiration System.
US and Canada Contraindications:
The following contraindications are applicable:
- The device is contraindicated in the removal of chronic firmly adherent intravascular material.
- The device is contraindicated for use in the right heart or pulmonary arteries during active cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
- The device is contraindicated for blood storage and infusion back into the patient.
EU Contraindications:
The following contraindications are applicable:
- The device is contraindicated in the removal of chronic firmly adherent intravascular material (e.g. atherosclerotic plaque, chronic pulmonary embolism).
- The device is contraindicated for use in the right heart and pulmonary arteries during active cardiopulmonary resuscitation
- The device is contraindicated for blood storage and infusion back into the patient.
Warnings:
- Contents supplied STERILE using an ethylene oxide (EO) process. Do not use if sterile barrier is damaged. If damage is found, call your sales representative. Inspect prior to use to verify that no damage has occurred during shipping.
- For single patient use only. Do not reuse, reprocess or resterilize. Reuse, reprocessing or resterilization may compromise the structural integrity of the device and/or lead to device failure which, in turn, may result in patient injury, illness or death. Reuse, reprocessing or resterilization may also create a risk of contamination of the device and/ or cause patient infection or cross-infection, including, but not limited to the transmission of infectious disease(s) from one patient to another. Contamination of the device may lead to injury, illness or death of the patient.
- After use, dispose of product and packaging in accordance with hospital, administrative and/or local government policy.
- Inspect product prior to, during, and after use, to ensure that no damage to the product has occurred. Failure to inspect could result in injury to patient or user.
- Verify that the lumen is patent and that the Cannula has not been damaged or kinked prior to use.
- Directions for Use and manuals for the AlphaVac System and all related accessories should be read prior to use and devices used as indicated.
- Selection of the patient as a candidate for use with this device and for such procedures as it is intended is the physicians’ sole responsibility. The outcome is dependent on many variables including, patient pathology, surgical procedure, and procedure/technique. The benefits of use of this device must be weighed against the risks including risks of systemic anticoagulation and must be assessed by the prescribing physician.
- As with all medical devices, this device and ancillary equipment are to be used by trained physicians only. Specifically, this device is to be used only by medical personnel experienced with using surgical and/or percutaneous (Seldinger) vascular access techniques as well as physicians trained and experienced in percutaneous, intravascular, diagnostic and interventional techniques requiring fluoroscopic or image guidance and visualization.
- Do not alter the AlphaVac System in any way.
Refer to Instructions for Use and/or User Manual provided with the product for complete Instructions, Warnings, Precautions, Potential Complications and Contraindications prior to use of the product.
Rx ONLY or CAUTION: Federal law (USA) restricts this device to sale by or on the order of a physician.