Training and Documentation
Brainlab Training
Before using the system, Brainlab recommends that all users should participate in a training program held by a Brainlab representative to ensure safe and appropriate use.
Supervised Support
Before using the system for surgical procedures where computer-aided navigation is considered critical, perform a sufficient number of complete procedures together with a Brainlab representative.
Responsibility
Only trained medical personnel may operate system components and accessory instrumentation.
Extended OR Time
Brainlab Navigation Systems are sensitive technical equipment. Depending upon OR setup, patient positioning, calculation durations and complexity, surgery duration using navigation may vary. It is up to the user to decide whether a potential prolongation is acceptable for the respective patient and treatment.
Reading User Guides
This guide describes complex medical software or medical devices that must be used with care.
It is therefore important that all users of the system, instrument or software:
- Read this guide carefully before handling the equipment
- Have access to this guide at all times
Available User Guides
| User Guide | Contents |
|---|---|
Software User Guides |
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Hardware User Guides | Detailed information on radiotherapy and surgical hardware, typically defined as large complex instruments |
Instrument User Guides | Detailed instructions on instrument handling |
Cleaning, Disinfection and Sterilization Guide | Details on cleaning, disinfecting and sterilizing instruments |
System User Guide | Detailed information on system setup |
Technical User Guide | Detailed technical information on the system, including specifications and compliances |
| System and Technical User Guide | Combines the contents of the System User Guide and the Technical User Guide. |