How often should my bladder scanner be calibrated?
No routine annual calibration is required for any of the BioCon bladder scanners. However, if your BioCon hasn’t had the latest calibration software installed (updated from Jan 2019) you may still need an annual calibration. The calibration software is back upgradeable on all units. Contact de Smit Medical to determine your software levels if in doubt.Can the ultrasound probe be immersed in fluid?
Absolutely not. This may damage the probe and will invalidate any warranties. Refer to our cleaning instructions for compatible cleaning solutions and methods.What setting should I use for obese patients?
For high BMI patients, BioCon bladder scanners have a deep scan depth. Please note when scanning high BMI patients, greater pressure may need to be applied in order to achieve a reading (depending upon depth of adipose tissue). In certain patients, you may need to lift the ‘apron’ to gain better access to the abdomen.What is the difference between the child and adult mode?
Scan depth is different between adult & child settings, to accommodate high and low BMI patients: BioCon-700 Adult mode 18cm Child mode 8cm BioCon-900 & 900S & 1100 Adult mode 23cm Child mode 8cm[/expand]What is a child?
Any patient weighing less than 25kg (55lbs) is suitable for the child setting (includes neonates) as it is a shorter scan depth – 8cm. Ideal for low BMI patients too.What about transgender patients?
- Set to male for any adult patient with no uterus.
- Set to female for any patient with a uterus.
Why male and female settings?
The female setting allows the scanner to compensate for the presence of the uterus. (A very small amount of fluid is held within the uterus - approx. +/- 10ml but varies depending upon condition/medication/number of childbirths etc):BioCon-700 & BioCon-900 Set to male for any adult patient with no uterus.
Set to female for any patient with a uterus. BioCon900S & 1100 Has the facility to identify patient who has had a hysterectomy (no uterus).