Sponge detection systems

Situate™ delivery system

<p>The Situate™ delivery system is a delivery room safety tool designed to detect missing tagged sponges.</p>

Indications, Safety, and WarningsThe Situate™ delivery system uses a low-energy radiofrequency (RF) signal to detect surgical premium cotton (gauze, sponges, and towels) left in or around the patient within the surgical field. Situate™ scanning devices emit an electrical impulse that, when passed over an RF-tagged item, resonate a signal back to the scanner.Indications for use

The Situate™ delivery system is indicated to detect tagged objects, such as surgical gauze, towels, and sponges during a surgical procedure in order to aid surgical staff in the recovery of those objects before closing. The system is intended for use by trained surgical staff in a surgical setting.

The system is indicated for use as an adjunctive device to complement, not replace, established safety procedures to prevent retained objects.

Note: Labor and delivery settings commonly utilize surgical procedures (for example, episiotomy) and surgical practices (for example, use of cotton sponges to support organs and control blood flow). The system is indicated to detect tagged objects that are used in labor and delivery procedures.Warnings

Do not connect wet instruments to the console. Ensure that all instruments are correctly connected and that no metal is exposed at any connection points.

Do not use extension cords — fire hazard.

Read the instructions for use, warnings, and cautions provided with Situate™ delivery system before using.

To avoid risk of electrical shock, connect the power cord to a properly grounded power receptacle. Position the console so it does not block access to power switch or power plug connection.

Electromagnetic interference caused by MRI, power transformers, or other high-power sources may affect the system’s ability to detect tagged objects.

Unfolding gauze sponges can expose woven edges and the radiopaque marker to damage and may release cotton fibers.

Do not cut any Situate™ premium cotton products (for example, vaginal packaging). Cutting may damage the pouch and separate the RF-detectable tag from the product.

Scanner drapes and surgical cotton disposables are packaged sterile. Sterility is maintained unless the package or seal has been opened.

Do not reuse single-use disposables to avoid risk of cross contamination.

Follow the hospital procedure for draping non-sterile devices. Cover all portions of the scanner and cord to avoid contamination and cross contamination during the procedure.

Risk of explosion if used in the presence of flammable anesthetics.

Use the device with caution when operating near external or implanted electronic medical devices. Electromagnetic interference produced by the operation of the Situate™ detection system can potentially cause a device to temporarily operate in an unsafe mode. Consult the manufacturer of the external or implanted electronic device or responsible hospital department for further information when use is planned in close proximity to such medical devices. Refer to the pacing or defibrillator device manufacturer’s instructions, hospital protocol, and the full instructions for use to ensure optimal operation of these devices. Scanning may affect temporary cardiac pacer in the demand mode settings (DDD). Temporary cardiac pacers should be in non-sensing, asynchronous mode (VOO or DOO) during scanning.

Do not program pacing or ICD devices while scanning. Visual and audible indicators are present while scanning is active. Follow the pacing or defibrillator device manufacturer’s instructions to achieve desired programming settings.

Features

The Situate™ delivery system is a powerful delivery room safety tool that detects missing sponges within seconds, minimizing the uncertainty of manual sponge counts with one simple and intuitive system.

About the system

Situate™ delivery console

The user-friendly interface of the Situate™ delivery console offers on-screen prompts to ensure compliance and clearly indicates the presence or absence of remaining sponges.

Situate™ delivery scanner

The nonintrusive, handheld Situate™ delivery scanner is designed to enable post-delivery vaginal scanning optimized for angle and depth of the birthing canal. The scanner is an adjunct technology to manual counting.

Situate™ premium tagged cotton

The Situate™ system uses sensors to transmit nonionizing, low frequency radio waves to detect tagged cotton. When the tagged cotton is stimulated by the scanner’s signal, it transmits its own signal back to the console, instantly identifying its presence.¹

Ordering information

Item number	Description	Units per box
01-0038	Situate™ console, scanner, and stand	1
01-0034	Situate™ delivery console, 200LD-V	1
01-0036	Situate™ delivery stand	1
01-0035	Situate™ delivery scanner	1
01-0037	Sterile drapes for Situate™ delivery scanner/extremity scanner	50

Situate™ premium tagged cotton

Laparotomy sponges — disposable and latex-free
Sterile	Nonsterile	Description	Units per box
L0418-04P01C-1	L0418-04P01CN-1	X-ray, RFD, 4 × 18	200
L1212-04P01C-1	L1212-04P01CN-1	X-ray, RFD, 12 × 12	200
L1818-04P01C-1	L1818-04P01CN-1	X-ray, RFD, 18 × 18	200
L1818-04P01C-L	L1818-04P01CN-L	X-ray, RFD, 18 × 18, no loop	200
L1818-04P01C-R	L1818-04P01CN-R	X-ray, RFD, 18 × 18, ring	200
L1818-04P01C-U	L1818-04P01CN-U	X-ray, RFD, 18 × 18, unwashed	200
L1818-04P02C-1	—	X-ray, RFD, 18 × 18	200
L0836-04P01C-1	L0836-04P01CN-1	X-ray, RFD, 8 × 36	200
L1836-04P01C-1	L1836-04P01CN-1	X-ray, RFD, 18 × 36	100
Surgical gauze — disposable and latex-free
Sterile	Nonsterile	Description	Units per box
G0202-08P01C-1	G0202-08P01CN-1	X-ray, RFD, 2 × 2, 8-ply	2000
G0303-12P01C-1	G0303-12P01CN-1	X-ray, RFD, 3 × 3, 16-ply	2000
G0404-16P01C-1	G0404-16P01CN-1	X-ray, RFD, 4 × 4, 16-ply	1280
G0404-32P01C-1	G0404-32P01CN-1	X-ray, RFD, 4 × 4, 32-ply	1280
G0804-12P02C-1	G0804-12P02CN-1	X-ray, RFD, 8 × 4, 12-ply	800
G0804-16P02C-1	G0804-16P02CN-1	X-ray, RFD, 8 × 4, 16-ply	800
G0804-24P02C-1	G0804-24P02CN-1	X-ray, RFD, 8 × 4, 24-ply	800
G0804-32P02C-1	G0804-32P02CN-1	X-ray, RFD, 8 × 4, 32-ply	800
OR towels — disposable and latex-free
Sterile	Nonsterile	Description	Units per box
TOR-0101C-1	TOR-0101CN-1	X-ray, RFD, blue	160
TORG-0101C-1	TORG-0101CN-1	X-ray, RFD, green	160
TORW-0101C-1	TORW-0101CN-1	X-ray, RFD, white	160

Situate™ premium tagged cotton — specialty

Tonsil sponges — disposable and latex-free
Sterile	Nonsterile	Description	Units per box
TSD-0750C-1	—	Double Strung, X-ray, RFD, 3/4" dia, (EO)	500
TSD-0875C-1	—	Double Strung, X-ray, RFD, 7/8" dia, (EO)	500
TSD-1000C-1	—	Double Strung, X-ray, RFD, 1" dia, (EO)	500
TSD-1250C-1	—	Double Strung, X-ray, RFD, 1 1/4" dia, (EO)	500
TST-0750C-1	—	Tape Strung, X-ray, RFD, 3/4" dia, (EO)	500
TST-0875C-1	—	Tape Strung, X-ray, RFD, 7/8" dia, (EO)	500
TST-1000C-1	—	Tape Strung, X-ray, RFD, 1" dia, (EO)	500
TST-1250C-1	—	Tape Strung, X-ray, RFD, 1 1/4" dia, (EO)	500
Vaginal packing — disposable and latex-free
Sterile	Nonsterile	Description	Units per box
VPK-0236C-R	—	X-ray, RFD, 2" × 36", roll	200
VPK-0272C-R	—	X-ray, RFD, 2" × 72", roll	200
VPK-0272C-F	—	X-ray, RFD, 2" × 72", loop, folded	200
VPK-0436C-F	—	X-ray, RFD, 4" × 36", loop, folded	150
VPK-0448C-F	—	X-ray, RFD, 4" × 48", loop, folded	150
VPK-0472C-F	—	X-ray, RFD, 4" × 72", loop, folded	100
VPK-0496C-F	—	X-ray, RFD, 4" × 96", loop, folded	100
Perineal packing — disposable and latex-free
Sterile	Nonsterile	Description	Units per box
PPK-023YC-R	—	X-ray, RFD, 2" × 3 yd, roll	200

Resources

Situate™ Detection System Reference Code Guide (open in new window)

View the reorder code guide for the Situate™ detection system.

CLINICAL EVIDENCE PDF 186 KB

Situate™ Detection System Extended Warranty Information Sheet (open in new window)

View options to purchase an extended warranty for an additional two or four years beyond the standard one year warranty offered with the purchase of Situate™ capital.

CLINICAL EVIDENCE PDF 586 KB

Situate™ delivery system nurse testimonial (02:02)

Situate™ delivery system

Features

About the system

Situate™ delivery console

Situate™ delivery scanner

Situate™ premium tagged cotton

Ordering information

Situate™ premium tagged cotton

Situate™ premium tagged cotton — specialty

Resources

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