Basic Care of an Ultrasound Unit

Taking good care of your ultrasound unit is of vital importance. Not only does it extend the overall lifespan of the ultrasound unit but it is also vital for infection control. When it comes to taking care of your ultrasound unit, we will touch on a few basic things that can be done.

1. Clean with Alcohol-free Wipes or a Damp Cloth

It is good practice to clean the transducers as well as the ultrasound unit with a damp cloth or an alcohol-free wipe. This prevents any build up of gel or even dust that can cause functional issues. It is also good to keep your transducers clean for infection control purposes.

2. Annual Services

Sending your unit in for an annual service will ensure that any problem can be picked up before they become major issues. It also extends the unit lifespan as dust can be cleaned out from the filters and necessary software updates can be performed.

3. Have a Power Surge Protector

This protects your unit from damage caused by power surges example during loadshedding when power is turned off and back on frequently.

Conclusion

As ultrasound units are costly and vitally important in the diagnosis and management of patients it is vital for practitioners to take good care of them in order to provide the best possible service to our patients.