Deep Vein Thrombosis Machine- How to use

DVT Machine, special equipment used for the treatment of deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism. how to operate DVT machine for DVT treatment, etc

Indication
To increase the venous blood flow to the risk patients in order to prevent deep vein thrombosis & pulmonary embolism
Precaution
Confirm the proper positioning or applying of cuffs
make sure that there is no kinking or twisting of a sleeve, therefore, it will restrict the airflow from the DVT generator
the sleeve should be removed if the patients are having the following problems
1.Numbness
2.tingling sensation

Contraindicationdvt machine deep vein thrombosis

Any local leg condition is which sleeves would interfere such as a)Dermatitis

b)vein ligation(immediate post ligation)

c) gangrene

d) a recent skin graft

Severe arteriosclerosis or another ischemic vascular disease
Massive edema of legs or pulmonary edema from congestive heart failure
Extreme deformity of legs
Suspected pre-existing deep vein thrombosis

Instruction for use

Prepare the sleeve for applying
Place the cuffs in the center of the patient’s legs (calf) behind the leg covering the proximal part of the legs starting above from the ankle and below the knee

Wrap it securely around the patient’s leg, using the securing sleeve tightening straps
wrap calf parts securely attaching the hook edges to the sleeve section

The sleeves should secure fit to the leg not too much of tight.
For the confirmation of the insert the two-finger into the sleeve after applying
don’t position the sleeve at the pressure points

For using the sleeves in single legs
connect the corresponding legs
one unused sleeve will be attached to the attachment let leave it free remain in the Pack connected.

How to operate the DVT machine

Connect the sleeve to the legs as per instructions
Connects the sleeve connector to the DVT generator
Make sure the connection is correct
Switch on the on/off switch of the machine
One complete cycle of the period gradient compression followed by the decompression period
Set the pressure needs to be delivered 35mm hg-45 mm Hg
Use the sleeve/cuffs until it gets stained or damaged
Dispose of the used/soiled in a degradable container according to Waste management protocol.

Complication

Check for a regular check of machine for proper working

Pulmonary embolism

Don’t use on the patient with a severe laceration on extremities

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