2.

1.
PROCEDURE
PRE-CLEAN

3.
HIGH-LEVEL
DISINFECTION

CONFIDENT 4.
COMPLIANCE STORAGE

Vaginal/Rectal (VR) Ultrasound

1. Procedure
CIVCO’s endocavity needle guidance systems are designed to correspond with
on-screen software guidelines, directing instruments for accurate placement
procedures. The complete line of endocavity solutions include transrectal and
transvaginal guides for ultrasound transducers from leading ultrasound system
manufacturers and are recommended for procedures such as: tissue biopsies, fluid
aspirations, catheterization and marker placement.

CIVCO’s endocavity covers provide a viral barrier for protection against microbial
migration, including viruses, bacteria, and bloodborne pathogens.

Some national guidelines and standards recommend an initial bedside clean of the
device immediately after the procedure, especially if there is potential for delays
before full pre-cleaning and disinfection. 1
2. Pre-Clean
CIVCO’s line of enzymatic sponges,
disinfectant wipes, and lint-free drying
wipes are used to efficiently pre-clean the
transducer prior to high-level disinfection, as is
recommended by industry standards.

“Cleaning is the removal of visible soil… from objects

and surfaces and normally is accomplished manually or
mechanically using water with detergents or enzymatic
products. Thorough cleaning is essential before high-
level disinfection… because inorganic and organic material
that remains on the surfaces of instruments interfere with the
effectiveness of these processes.” 2

AIUM guidelines for compliant pre-cleaning include: a running

water supply, a dampened soft cloth with mild non-abrasive liquid
soap such as an enzymatic cleaner, and a soft cloth to dry the probe. 3

In addition to evidence-based guidelines like the AIUM’s, be sure

to also follow your probe manufacturer’s specific instructions
for cleaning.
3. High-Level Disinfection
Compliance is made simple with the ASTRA® VR automated
high-level disinfection. The ASTRA VR disinfects up to two
probes at once, reprocesses probes in 12-15 minutes, and
does not force a sleep mode.
The CDC recommends: “Probes such as rectal and
vaginal, cryosurgical, transesophageal probes or devices
also should be high level disinfected between patients.” 2
Help reduce long-term operating costs with a reusable
disinfectant. The ASTRA VR is compatible with Revital-
OX™ RESERT® (hydrogen peroxide), CIDEX® OPA and
MetriCide™ OPA.
800.445.6741 | 319.248.6757 | CIVCO.com/confidence

COPYRIGHT © 2019. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. ASTRA TEE AND CIVCO ARE REGISTERED TRADEMARKS OF CIVCO MEDICAL SOLUTIONS. CIV-FLEX IS A TRADEMARK OF CIVCO. ALL OTHER TRADEMARKS ARE THE PROPERTY OF THEIR RESPECTIVE
OWNERS. ALL PRODUCTS MAY NOT BE LICENSED IN ACCORDANCE WITH CANADIAN LAW. PRINTED IN USA.
2017R-3000 REV 3
Compliance Made Simple
with ASTRA VR automated high-level disinfection

ENDOVAGINAL/ENDORECTAL PROBE REPROCESSOR

COMPLIANT WORKFLOW
• Automated data logging and consumable
tracking to help you stay compliant with
The Joint Commission standards
• Compatible with hydrogen peroxide
high-level disinfectant solution
• Clear, easy-to-follow steps guide you
through the disinfection process

OPTIMIZED SPEED
• Disinfect up to two probes at once
• 12 to 16 minutes total reprocessing time*
• No sleep mode

SIGNIFICANT SAVINGS
• Helps reduce long-term operating
costs with reusable disinfectant
• Available for use with three
industry-leading high-level
disinfectants: Revital-Ox RESERT®
(hydrogen peroxide), CIDEX® OPA
and MetriCide® OPA

1.800.445.6741 l info@civco.com l CIVCO.com

*depends on disinfectant type and water pressure
 ASTRA VR AUTOMATED REPROCESSOR
®

REF # PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

610-1339-ULTRA ASTRA VR Ultra Endovaginal/Endorectal Automated Probe Disinfection System
610-1339-PLUS ASTRA VR Plus Endovaginal/Endorectal Automated Probe Disinfection System

Actual Size:
12” (W) x 14” (D) x 53” (H)
30.5 x 35.6 x 134.6cm
Weight: 73 lbs. (33.1kg)
Minimum Clearance:
Left: 12” (30.5cm)
Right: 12” (30.5cm)
Top: 6” (15.2cm)

STORE YOUR PROBES SAFELY

& STAY COMPLIANT
Improper storage can lead to recontamination of disinfected probes.
Joint Commission states: “Store the device in a manner that will protect from damage
or contamination... Hanging vertically in a cabinet and storing in a clean environment.”

REF # PRODUCT DESCRIPTION QTY.

610-1327 General Purpose & Endocavity Probe Cabinet; holds up to six probes 1

REVITAL-OX RESERT , CIDEX OPA AND

® ®

METRICIDE™ OPA SOLUTIONS & TEST STRIPS

REF # PRODUCT DESCRIPTION QTY.
610-2334 MetriCide OPA HLD, 14 day use, 1 gallon bottles 4
610-2330 MetriCide OPA Test Strips, 100 strips per bottle 2
610-2335 Revital-Ox RESERT HLD, 21 day use, 4 liter bottles 4
610-2332 Revital-Ox RESERT Test Strips, 60 strips per bottle 2
610-2333 Cidex OPA HLD, 14 day use, 1 gallon bottles 4
610-2329 Cidex OPA Test Strips, 60 strips per bottle 2

1.319.248.6757 l 1.800.445.6741 l CIVCO.COM

COPYRIGHT © 2020. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. CIVCO, ASTRA, AND GUS ARE REGISTERED TRADEMARKS OF CIVCO MEDICAL SOLUTIONS. ALL OTHER TRADEMARKS ARE
THE PROPERTY OF THEIR RESPECTIVE OWNERS. ALL PRODUCTS MAY NOT BE LICENSED IN ACCORDANCE WITH CANADIAN LAW. PRINTED IN USA. 2017R-2991 REV 3
 Transducers List Compatible with ASTRA VR

Please select from the list Transducers used in your hospital.

Manufacturer Model check Manufacturer Model check

8558 C41V(EUP-V53W)
8667 C41V1(EUP-
8808e V73W)
E11C3b(9008) C41RP(UST-675P,
UST-676P)
8838 Hitachi Aloka Medical
UST-984-5
E10C4(9019)
UST-9118(UST-
8819 9124)
BK Medical E13C2(9029) C41L47RP
E14C4t(9018) EUP-V33
8818 Konica Minolta EC9-3
E14CL4b(9048) DE10-3E
8848 Mindray (ZONARE) E9-4
X14L4(9038) 6LB7s
E14C4(9067) 3D9-3v
BK Medical (Ultrasonix) EC9-5 3D9-3v for
Canon Medical System ClearVue
PVT-661VT
(Toshiba) C8-4V
E10C4 Philips
Carestream C9-4V
E14C4 C10-3V
C8x C10-4ec
ICTn C9-5ec
FUJIFLM SonoSite
ICTx EA2-11B
ICTxp Samsung Medison
V5-9
4DE7C 9EVF4
BE9C EC9-4
BE9CS EC9-4w
E8C Siemens EC10-5
E8C-RS EV-8C4
E8CS EV9-4
GE Healthcare
E8CS-SC MC9-4
IC5-9-D Terason 8BP4
RIC5-9-D
RICS-9W
RICS-9W-RS
RICS-12-D
Others:
1. 4.
2. 5.
3. 6.
Please provide data sheet for each added Transducers
Astra VR Installation Schematic
Astra VR Installation Schematic