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| 1. The main factor to consider when selecting an | | | | radiolucent tabletop. |
| operating or orthopedic table is that it meets the | | | | 5. The operating beds should be C-arm accessible, |
| positioning needs of the procedures for which it is | | | | and accept 35 × 43 cm x-ray cassettes. |
| intended. | | | | 6. There are several accessories used to position and |
| 2. Facilities may wish to consider some additional | | | | stabilize the patient, such as arm boards, shoulder |
| factors when selecting a table: reliability of the table, | | | | braces, stirrups, leg holders, and counter supports. |
| replacement pad availability, durability of caster | | | | These can usually be obtained from operating table |
| locking mechanisms, low maintenance, ease of | | | | manufacturers. |
| cleaning and disinfecting the table and its accessories, | | | | 7. For both remanufactured and new tables, cleaning |
| protection of mechanisms from corrosive fluids, | | | | the hydraulics is important. Users should follow |
| sufficient power cord length, and service record of | | | | manufacturers' guidelines in this matter. To remove |
| the manufacturer. | | | | debris, oil, and water, manufacturers suggest |
| 3. Minimal positioning for operating tables and | | | | periodically replacing the filters. |
| orthopedic tables: from the horizontal plane 25° in | | | | 8. Lately, operating tables that are compatible with |
| the Trendelenburg position, 25° in the reverse | | | | accessories from several manufacturers have been |
| Trendelenburg position, and 18° in the lateral tilt | | | | developed. If you are planning on using certain |
| position. | | | | accessories for your table make sure that the |
| 4. Other important requirements for tables include: a | | | | accessory is compatible. |
| side rail, a load limit of at least 159 kg, a hand or foot | | | | |