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IPAS MVA

Manual Vacuum Aspiration

SIMPLE • SAFE • EFFECTIVE

IPAS MVA is a safe simple and effective method for uterine evacuation. It is also well-suited for use at primary point of care due to its low cost, simplicity and portability.

Clinical Application:

• Management of miscarriage

• Endometrial biopsy

• Treatment of Early Pregnancy Failure

• Evacuation of Hydatidiform Mole

IPAS MVA is made of latex-free plastic, easy to operate, and a hand-held vacuum.

MVA Plus Aspirator

A simple and effective method for uterine evacuation and endometrial biopsy

• Convenient Processing By
most standard methods, including steam autoclave and boiling

• Ergonomic Design
Redesigned double-valve and plunger enhance ease of use

• Enhanced Cleanability
Easy disassembly and reassembly featuring a continual uid path

• Highly Durable
Manufactured to high standards from top-quality materials

EasyGrip Cannulae

The tactile response of a rigid curette with the gentle probe of a flexible cannula

• Integrated Bases
Eliminate the need for adapters Include wings for easy insertion and removal color-coded by size

• Technical Specifications:
Length: 24 cm or 9 in Six marking dots starting at 6 cm from the tip and spaced 1 cm apart Time-tested apertures (one or two, depending on cannula size)
Sizes: 4 mm to 12 mm

MVA  is a safe and low-cost system.

  • Less painful
  • Less blood loss
  • Less incidence of infection
  • Less 60% cost on treatment of miscariage due to less time needed to complete the procedure, non-requirement for general anesthesia (GA) and shorter hospital stay
  • MVA is more effective for uterine evacuation after a miscarriage compared with sharp curettage.
  • Studies confirmed findings on thediagnostic effectiveness and convenience of MVA forendometrial
    biopsy.

MVA is the preferred method for uterine evacuation by the WHO and FIGO.

WHO recommendation

• Vacuum aspiration is the preferred method of uterine evacuation for miscarriages.

• Dilatation and sharp curettage, if still practiced, should be replaced by vacuum aspiration.

• Strongly recommended

International Federation of Gynecology and Obstetrics (FIGO) consensus statement

• “Evacuate the uterus with vacuum aspiration or medications, not sharp curettage.”

Processing IPAS MVA Plus Aspirator and IPAS EasyGrip Cannulae

IPAS MVA Plus Aspirator

• Does not have to be sterile or HLD: does not come in direct contact

• Aspirator can be used after cleaning

• Can be further processed after cleaning, if desired

IPAS EasyGrip ® Cannulae

• Cannulae must be HLD or sterilized

1. Point-of-use preparation

Immediately following the procedure, all IPAS MVA Plus Aspirators and IPAS EasyGrip Cannulae that will be reused should be kept wet until cleaning. Presoak, rinse or spray device with water or enzymatic spray. Do not use chlorine or saline.

2. Clean and disassemble instrument

Wear gloves and face protection. Disassemble and clean all instrument surfaces thoroughly in warm water and preferably detergent—not soap.

3. Processing Options

IPAS MVA

(Manual Vacuum Aspiration)
SIMPLE • SAFE • EFFECTIVE

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