AFFINITY NT® Oxygenator Contraindication: This device used for any other purposes than for the indicated use is the responsibility of the user.
Indication: The oxygenator is indicated for use in an extracorporeal circulation circuit to oxygenate and remove carbon dioxide from the blood and to cool or warm the blood during cardiopulmonary bypass procedures up to 6 hours in duration.
Warning: Gas emboli must be cleared from the extracorporeal circuit before initiating bypass. Gas emboli are hazardous to the patient.
If leaks are observed during priming and/or operation, this may result in air embolism to the patient and /or fluid loss. The extracorporeal circuit must be continually monitored. Do not use the device if these conditions are observed.
Caution: Federal law (USA) restricts this device to sale by or on the order of a physician. For a complete listing of indications, contraindications, precautions and warnings, please refer to the Instructions For Use which accompany each product.