GEL CUSHION HEAD prone position, adult, silicone
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GEL CUSHION, for OT table
Definition
A gel-filled cushion intended to be placed between an operating table mattress and the patient to distribute the patient's body weight over a large surface area, for the prevention of pressure sores and tissue necrosis on prominent parts of the patient's body when immobilized for extended periods during surgery. It is available in various dimensions and shapes to accommodate various body parts. This is a reusable device.
Specifications
- radiolucent
- silicone gel filler
- cover: waterproof, wear-resistant and resistant to disinfectants (PUR or other)
The STERIS standard set is composed of 4 cushions:
- 1 closed ring head support for adults
- 1 half-cylinder cushion
- 1 mattress cover with uro cut-out
- 1 arm & leg plate
The following cushions are accessories of the Medifa operating table
- EHOECUSG007 GEL CUSHION HEAD prone position, adult
- EHOECUSG008 GEL CUSHION, flat bottom chest roll, M
- EHOECUSG009 GEL HEEL PADS, pair, silicone
Technical specifications
EHOECUSG002 | closed ring head support, adult | external Ø= 20 – 22 cm internal Ø= 6 – 8 cm thickness = 4 – 5 cm |
EHOECUSG003 | closed ring head support, child | Ødiam = 13 - 15 cm, Ødiam = 6 cm, thickness = 3 - 4 cm |
EHOECUSG004 | half cylinder | length = 25 - 35 cm width = 10 – 15 cm thickness = 5 - 6 cm |
EHOECUSG005 | overlay with uro cut-out | length = 52 cm width = 52 cm thickness = 1 cm |
EHOECUSG006 | arm/leg plate | length = 60 cm width = 20 cm thickness = 1 cm |
EHOECUSG007 | head prone position for adult | length = 28 cm width = 24 cm thickness = 15 cm |
EHOECUSG008 | flat bottom chest roll, Medium | length = 40.5 cm width = 10 cm thickness = 7.5 cm |
EHOECUSG009 | pair of heel pads, for patient in supine position | length = 19 cm width = 10 cm thickness = 7 cm |
Instructions for use
Using these cushions allows distributing the pressure, keeping the temperature, maintaining the positioning and and optimising the surgical comfort.
Maintenance
Cushions must be cleaned and disinfected with a detergent/disinfectant solution for surfaces / non-invasive medical equipment. Prepare use-solution in concentration required. Always read the label and product information before use. Do not mix with other products. Make sure to wet the surfaces completely, use a wipe or towel, keep them wet for the whole exposure time.
MSF requirements
Part of the operation table accessories.