Carefusion 4403A - Blade Clipper SensiClip Surgical, 20/CA
The CareFusion 4403A Blade Clipper SensiClip Surgical is a high-performance surgical clipper designed to ensure safe and efficient pre-surgical hair removal. This product is an essential tool in hospital operating rooms, outpatient surgical centers, and other medical environments where the removal of body hair is required to prepare patients for surgery or other medical procedures. The clipper is designed with SensiClip technology, which minimizes the risk of skin irritation and cuts, providing a smoother and more comfortable experience for patients.
Product Overview and Design Features
- SensiClip Technology: The SensiClip design allows for gentle hair removal with minimal irritation to the skin. This technology is particularly important in preparing sensitive skin areas for surgical procedures.
- Precision Blade: The blade is engineered for precise cutting, effectively removing hair while preventing skin nicks and abrasions. This reduces the risk of skin infections or complications during surgery.
- Ergonomic Design: The clipper has an ergonomic, lightweight design that makes it comfortable for healthcare professionals to use during prolonged procedures. Its balanced grip allows for precise control while trimming.
- Single-Use Blades: Each clipper comes with a single-use blade, ensuring that a sterile blade is used for each patient to reduce the risk of cross-contamination and infections.
- Blade Cartridge: The clipper features an easy-to-load and remove blade cartridge, allowing healthcare providers to quickly switch blades between patients, improving efficiency in busy surgical settings.
- 20 Clipper Blades Per Case: The product is supplied in cases of 20 disposable clipper blades, making it cost-effective and easy to stock in operating rooms.
Intended Use in Medical Settings
The CareFusion 4403A SensiClip Surgical Clipper is specifically designed for use in medical and surgical settings, where precise and gentle hair removal is required. It is primarily used for:
- Pre-Surgical Hair Removal: To ensure a clean and sterile area around the incision site, hair must be removed from the patient's skin. This clipper helps reduce the risk of surgical site infections (SSIs) by eliminating skin irritation or micro-cuts that could harbor bacteria.
- Patient Comfort: The SensiClip design ensures that patients experience minimal discomfort during hair removal, which is particularly important in sensitive areas like the face, neck, or groin.
Benefits for healthcare professionals:
- Minimized Risk of Skin Trauma: By using SensiClip technology, healthcare providers can ensure that hair removal does not cause irritation or abrasions, reducing the risk of post-operative infections.
- Improved Efficiency: The quick-change blade system and ergonomic design improve workflow in busy surgical departments, ensuring patients are prepared for surgery quickly and efficiently.
- Sterility: With single-use blades, the risk of cross-contamination is minimized, ensuring safe patient care.
Certifications, Safety Standards, and Regulatory Approvals
- FDA Approved: The CareFusion 4403A SensiClip Surgical Clipper has been FDA-cleared for use in surgical and medical settings.
- ISO Certification: The clipper meets ISO 13485 standards for medical devices, ensuring that it complies with rigorous safety and quality regulations.
- Latex-Free: The product is latex-free, making it safe for use on patients with latex allergies.
