Ultrasound technology is an increasingly popular medical examination process which has advanced in the healthcare system. However, many patients get stressed at the thought of sterility regarding the ultrasound probes used on them.
That’s why ultrasound probe covers are important. They are a physical barrier designed to prevent contamination during the USG exam. Non-latex ultrasound probe covers are the best options. They can be used for vaginal / Endocavity as well as General Purpose USG examinations.
Importance of non-latex ultrasound probe covers
Ensures hygiene and control of infection
Probe cover are a protective cover which is placed on the USG probes. Without probe cover, the probe are exposed directly to the skin of the patient. For instance, during Trans vaginal scanning (TVS), the probe is inserted into the patient, and without a probe cover, the body fluids of one patient will get mixed with the other. This can give rise to transmissible diseases and pose threats of infection transmission.
Ensures the safety and comfort of patients
Non-latex probe covers give the patients mental satisfaction and comfort while undergoing the ultrasound test. Since these covers provide safety from various contaminations, the patients feel comfortable throughout the examination. The probe covers are made of EVA (ETHYLENE VINYL ACETATE). They act as a lubricant and reduce the friction on the patient’s skin. Moreover, these ensure the cleanliness of the probe used for the USG examination. The probes also minimise skin irritations.
Ensures accurate diagnosis
Ultrasound probe covers have helped in diagnosing the right type of problem present in the patient. Non-latex probe covers are used so the body’s internal organs are properly visible during the USG examination. USG examination aims to detect abnormalities and problems in the internal organs. A non-latex probe cover helps give a clear picture and keeps the probe sterilize.
With USG probe covers, the USG examination process has become comfortable for patients. Non-latex USG probe covers are transparent and provide distortion-free images during the examination. Moreover, the materials are safe and soft and ensure complete sterile protection.
Use of sterile non-latex ultrasound probe cover reduces the turnaround time between examinations, while ensuring safety and sterility.
Without the use of sterile non latex ultrasound probe covers the sonographer has to clean and sterilize the probe Transducer between examinations. This causes wear and tear of the probe and ultrasound machine and can result in faults and other maintenance issues.
The supply of non-latex ultrasound probe covers has increased lately. Medical facilities and laboratories are opting for unlimited supplies of ultrasound probe covers, which they use for their medical facilities. With the introduction of non-latex ultrasound probe covers things have become easier for the patients. They get more confidence during the ultrasound examinations and also are mindful about the safety during the examination process.
Disadvantages of latex USG probe cover
The main disadvantage of latex ultrasound probe covers is that they can cause skin allergies and reactions.
By using non sterile latex ultrasound probe cover dose not gives the optimum safety to the patient. Also its not give a distortion free image as compare to non-latex ultrasound probe covers.
Main Features of Hi Care Remedy’s Ultrasound Probe Cover.
CLEARPROBE™ ENDOCAVITY / TRANSVAGINAL PROBE COVER
INDIA’S #1
SELLING ENDOCAVITY TRANSVAGINAL PROBE COVER
- Acoustically transparent provides distortion-free imaging
- Medical grade non-toxic, non-allergic translucent EVA film, Ensures superior investigative results
- EO Sterilisation for optimum safety
- Non-cytotoxic, non-spermicidal and non-embryonic
- Ensures perfect biosafety for the patient
- Oxo Biodegradable
- With self adhesive band for a secure fit
- Skin–feel and satin smooth material helps minimise patient trauma
GENERAL PURPOSE ULTRASOUND PROBE COVER
- Acoustically transparent provides distortion-free imaging
- Designed to be used as a protective covering over ultrasound transducer and cord offering a safe and sterile solution for a wide variety of transducers
- Soft conforming medical grade EVA material
- Variety of size and lengths suit all probe designs ( 12x 7 inch,24×7 inch,48×7 inch,59×7 inch)
- EO Sterilisation for optimum safety
- 2 elastic bands and 1 self- adhesive sticker provided for secure fit
- Oxo Biodegradable