
The following accessories are included with the LMA StoneBreaker™:
• Exhaust Cap – Closes the Exhaust Port to prevent moisture from entering the device during cleaning, disinfection and sterilisation.
• Sterilisation Cap – Replaces the carbon dioxide gas cartridge to prevent moisture from entering the device during cleaning, disinfection and
sterilisation.
CAUTION: Use only LMA StoneBreaker™ CO2cartridges and probes; the use of the wrong gas cartridges and/or probes can affect the
device performance and patient safety.
WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS
• The LMA StoneBreaker™ must be used only by specialists trained in endourology and should be used only for the purposes intended. In case of
malfunction or failure of the device, it is recommended that the surgeon has another unit (or other intracorporeal lithotripsy device) on standby
in order to complete the treatment scheduled at the time.
• It is recommended that urologists who have not used an intracorporeal lithotripter before, to execute a few manipulations in vitro with a stone
model in order to learn how to manipulate the device.
• Ensure that the probe tip does not exceed the endoscope channel at the time of introducing the endoscope into the urinary tract.
• The LMA StoneBreaker™ is delivered non-sterile and it must be cleaned, disinfected and sterilised before initial use and before each subsequent
use.
• For the LMA StoneBreaker™ Probe Single Use (sterile) : Do not use if the unit pouch has been previously opened or damaged.
• Do not use the single-use probe more than once. Re-usage of single-use probe increases the risk of patient injury, damage to device or
endoscope or may lead to device malfunction.
• For the LMA StoneBreaker™ carbon dioxide gas cartridge (sterile), do not use if the unit pouch has been previously opened or damaged.
• Do not use the LMA StoneBreaker™ or any of the accessories if they are damaged in any way.
• Do not use the LMA StoneBreaker™ Probe if the O-Ring is missing or if it is damaged in any way.
• It is recommended that extra probes should be available in case of malfunction.
• Ensure the probe size chosen is compatible with the endoscope’s working channel and appropriate for the clinical condition that is being
treated.
• Do not autoclave the carbon dioxide gas cartridge with the LMA StoneBreaker™.
• Never attempt to refill the empty carbon dioxide gas cartridge.
• Never attempt to transfer gas from one carbon dioxide gas cartridge to another.
• Never attempt to disassemble the device.
INTENDED USE
The LMA StoneBreaker™ is intended for the fragmentation of urinary (i.e. kidney, ureter, and bladder) tract stones.
INDICATION FOR USE
The LMA StoneBreaker™ is indicated for use via a rigid or semi-rigid endoscope with a straight working channel, for the fragmentation of
urinary (i.e. kidney, ureter and bladder) tract stones.
ADVERSE EFFECTS
There are no known recorded adverse effects with the use of the LMA StoneBreaker™. However, due to the movement of the endoscope and
high force generated by the LMA StoneBreaker™ device, there is the potential of tissue injuries, should the probe tip be in direct contact with
the mucosal membrane, causing perforation of tissue, pain, bleeding, renal damage and/or infection.
Review of published literature showed that adverse events that may potentially occur with the use of intracorporeal lithotripter include
perforation of the bladder or ureter, bleeding in urinary tract or blood in the urine, pain, renal damage and infection.
Breakage of probe during use, though unlikely, may potentially occur. The practitioner shall then determine the most effective way of
intervention, following all relevant procedures for such intervention.
PREPARATION FOR USE
Before each use, it is necessary to clean, disinfect and sterilise the LMA StoneBreaker™ device and exhaust line. Proper cleaning, disinfection and
sterilisation are essential to ensure continued safe use of the device and accessories.
NOTICE: The LMA StoneBreaker™ Probe Single Use (sterile) and LMA StoneBreaker™ carbon dioxide gas cartridge (sterile) are individually
packed, Gamma-sterilised and ready to use. The following procedure on cleaning, disinfection and sterilisation is not applicable to these sterile,
“ready-to-use” products.
Preparation for Cleaning, Disinfection and Sterilisation
Ensure the sterilisation cap and exhaust cap are screwed tightly in place at the cartridge holder and exhaust port respectively. This is to prevent
moisture from entering the device during cleaning,disinfection and sterilisation.
NOTICE: It is possible for moisture to adversely affect the effective performance of the device. If liquid has penetrated the device, return it to the
manufacturer for servicing.
The hospital’s own protocol for cleaning, disinfection and sterilisation of surgical instruments should be followed whenever possible. The
following is the recommended procedure for cleaning, disinfecting and sterilising the LMA StoneBreaker™ device and exhaust line.
Figure 2
Device
Exhaust Cap Probe Cap
Sterilisation Cap