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- Weight: 2.0 lb
- Eliminates biopsy valve contamination
- Helps to prevent any bodily fluid leakage during the exchange of endoscopic instruments, making procedures safer for both clinicians and patients
- Lid with pre-cut slit allows for easy entry of accessories and limits back flow
- Fits all current major endoscopes
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Frequently asked questions
How does the valve prevent fluid leakage?
The ConMed ClearGuard Biopsy Valve is engineered as a single-use device to maintain a secure seal and ensure robust fluid leak prevention during the exchange of endoscopic instruments. This containment is achieved through key design features:
- Slit Entry Mechanism: The valve features a lid with a pre-cut slit. This specialized design allows for the easy insertion of accessories while simultaneously working to actively limit the back flow of bodily fluids, maintaining a closed system.
- Enhanced Safety: By effectively preventing leakage, the valve enhances safety for both the patient and the clinician during procedures.
- Infection Control: Since it is strictly designated for single-patient use, the risk of cross-contamination from infectious bodily fluids and prions is significantly reduced by eliminating the need for reprocessing.
How many biopsy valves are included in each case?
Each case of ConMed ClearGuard Biopsy Valves contains 100 individual valves.
Is the ConMed ClearGuard Biopsy Valve reusable?
No, the ConMed ClearGuard Biopsy Valve is designed for single-patient use only. This helps prevent cross-contamination.
Is the ClearGuard Biopsy Valve universally compatible?
Yes, the ConMed ClearGuard Biopsy Valve is engineered for broad compatibility, fitting all current major endoscopes. This broad fit is a key benefit, simplifying inventory management and streamlining procedural setup.
For optimal performance and fit, the valve is offered in specific configurations tailored to major brands:
- For Olympus/Fujinon
- For Pentax
Does the ClearGuard Biopsy Valve come sterile?
Yes, each ConMed ClearGuard Biopsy Valve is sterile to ensure patient safety during endoscopic procedures.
How does the ClearGuard valve prevent fluid back flow?
The ConMed ClearGuard Biopsy Valve is engineered as a sterile, single-use component to ensure safety and prevent bodily fluid leakage during instrument exchange in endoscopic procedures. This crucial function is achieved through its specialized design:
- Slit Mechanism: The valve features a lid equipped with a pre-cut slit.
- Dual Function: This slit allows for the easy entry of endoscopic accessories while simultaneously restricting and limiting the back flow of fluids.
By effectively limiting back flow, the valve helps reduce the risk of cross-contamination from infectious bodily fluids and prions, simplifying procedures by eliminating the need for tracking and registration required with reprocessed valves.
Is the ClearGuard Biopsy Valve compatible with major endoscopes?
Yes, the ConMed ClearGuard Biopsy Valve is designed for broad compatibility, fitting all current major endoscopes. This feature helps simplify procedural setups and inventory management.
To ensure optimal integration, the valve is offered in configurations specific to major brands:
- For Olympus/Fujinon endoscopes
- For Pentax endoscopes
Additionally, its single-patient use design eliminates the need for tracking, registration, and reprocessing, further simplifying procedural workflows.
Does the transparent valve enhance visibility?
Yes, the ConMed ClearGuard Biopsy Valve is made from a clear, transparent material specifically to improve clinical workflow and safety. This feature is intended to provide the clinician with enhanced visibility during the endoscopic procedure, particularly during instrument exchange.
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