How To Ensure Patient Safety with Disposable Transvaginal Non Latex Probe Covers?

During a transvaginal ultrasound or TVS, a healthcare professional inserts a probe in the vagina to get images of the uterus, ovaries, and other pelvic organs. This procedure is especially important to diagnose and monitor different health conditions. Hence, it is crucial to maintain the hygiene and comfort of patients. This is where disposable transvaginal probe covers come into action. 


Why Using a Non-Latex Transvaginal Probe Cover is So Crucial?

During transvaginal ultrasounds, the probes come in direct contact with the mucous membrane and body fluids, making them the major reasons to transmit infections. The sterilised EVA (Ethylene Vinyl Acetate) probe covers act like a barrier, reducing the chance of cross-contamination between patients and ultrasound probe.

Issues with using a Latex based Transvaginal Probe Cover

There are several issues associated with the use of Latex based Probe Covers:

Allergies

Latex allergies and Latex sensitivity is a significant issue and can impact the patient and the healthcare professional. 

Chemical Sensitivity

Latex can be sensitive to certain chemical like disinfectants and lubricants used during sonography. This may cause the latex material to degrade and reduce its effectiveness as a protective barrier.

Environmental and Sustainability concerns

While Latex is a natural product, as part of harvesting and manufacturing of the latex probe covers a number of chemicals are added this could be potentially harmful to the patient or healthcare worker.

The Major Benefits of Using CLEARPROBE™ Transvaginal Probe Covers

• They Are EO Sterile

When doing an Endo cavity scan, it becomes particularly important to maintain sterility as it helps prevent pathogens from entering from entering the medical test. EO (Ethylene Oxide) sterilization effectively eliminates a wide range of microorganisms, including bacteria, viruses, fungi, and spores. Medical grade sterility covers minimise the risk of microbial infections in the vagina or other associated reproductive organs.

• They are Sustainable in Nature

The CLEARPROBE™ transvaginal covers are made with oxo-biodegradable EVA material. This means that they break down when exposed to oxygen, sunlight, and soil. Compared to other varieties of latex and non-latex covers, they are environmentally friendly and sustainable.

• They Are Perfect for Patients

The CLEARPROBE™ EVA probe covers are thin, super soft, and skin friendly. They do not cause irritation to your skin. The silky-smooth texture of this Endo cavity probe cover reduces discomfort during the transvaginal scan. 

• They Provide a Distortion Free Image

The CLEARPROBE™ EVA probe covers are made with high-quality, flexible, and transparent material that allows the Ultrasound waves to pass through easily. With the help of non-latex probe covers, the ultrasonography professional will be able to obtain distortion free Image of organs. 

• They Are Non-Allergic in Nature

Latex causes allergies, and some patients feel uncomfortable with latex covers but in case of EVA probe covers, it is are generally non-allergic. However, some individuals have sensitivities to certain materials, including EVA, but such occurrences are very rare. 

Features of EVA Probe Covers

• They are acoustically transparent

• They offer a distortion-free USG image

• They are ethylene oxide or EO sterilised and provide optimal safety

• They ensure comfort to patients

• They are made with oxo-biodegradable material.

If you are looking for the best quality, latex-free, sterilised covers, buy them from Hi-Care Remedy. We specialise in offering the best quality biomedical consumables. The CLEARPROBE™ by Hi-Care Remedy is of international standard and is a leading probe cover brand. 

Want to know more about Hi-Care Remedy’s market-leading Ultrasound Probe Cover range?

Our team is here to help:

sales@hicareindia.com / +91 98300 12589


Location: Kolkata, West Bengal, India

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