Description

The ENVISION GELFREE PROBE COVER by CIVCO is an innovative solution designed to enhance the safety and efficiency of ultrasound procedures. This single-use cover eliminates the need for ultrasound gel both inside and outside, significantly reducing the risk of contamination and streamlining the scanning process.

Key Features

• Gel-Free Scanning: By activating with a sterile liquid such as water, it enables completely gel-free scanning, simplifying cleanup and improving workflow.
• Viral Barrier Protection: Acts as a robust barrier against microbial migration, including viruses, bacteria, and bloodborne pathogens. It has been independently tested under the ASTM F1671 protocol, effective against viruses 27 nm and larger, such as SARS coronavirus and HIV.
• Safe Adhesion: Equipped with a silicone adhesive that ensures stability during scanning. It is gentle on skin, allowing for easy, residue-free removal and repositioning, minimizing trauma.

Material and Design

• CIV-Flex™ Material: Not made with natural rubber latex, ensuring compatibility with various ultrasound probes and transducer lens materials.
• Sterility Options: Available in both sterile and non-sterile versions, and telescopically folded for easy application.
• Additional Features: Some versions include a tape strip for use with wireless transducers.

Sizes and Packaging

Available in multiple sizes:

• 14 x 30 cm (5.5" x 12")
• 14 x 61 cm (5.5" x 24")
• 14 x 91.5 cm (5.5" x 36")
• 14 x 147 cm (5.5" x 58")
• 14 x 244 cm (5.5" x 96")

Each box contains 24 covers, providing ample supply for medical facilities.

Intended Applications

Ideal for a variety of ultrasound procedures, particularly where the skin is not intact, such as:

• Peripheral IVs
• PICC lines
• Central venous catheters (CVCs)
• Nerve blocks
• Thyroid fine needle aspirations (FNAs)

Benefits

• Infection Control: By removing ultrasound gel as a potential contaminant, it reduces the risk of healthcare-associated infections.
• Efficiency: Enhances workflow efficiency and simplifies probe cleaning.
• Patient Comfort: Suitable for patients with fragile or sensitive skin due to its low-trauma adhesive.

Important Notes

While the cover provides significant viral barrier protection, it does not guarantee prevention of infection or disease from blood-borne pathogens. Additionally, it is not cleared or approved by the FDA as a device to prevent healthcare worker infection. This product is a valuable tool for healthcare professionals seeking to maintain high standards of hygiene and efficiency in ultrasound imaging.