Abbott Medical Optics Optical Coherence Tomography
Abbott Medical Optics · Model Optical Coherence Tomography
Advanced, high-resolution imaging Rapid Exchange Tip for easier loading and tracking Proprietary sheath design for continuous calibration throughout pullback Radiopaque markers - at the distal tip, imaging lens and 50 mm proximal to the lens - aid the physician in aligning the OCT pullback to region of interest Shaft markers - at 90 cm and 100 cm notify the physician when the distal tip is exiting the guide catheter 2.7 F low-profile tip Hydrophilic coating Compatible with standard 0.014" guide wires Compatible with D.2 and E.2 software or higher.
Typical Failure Modes
Compiled for this model from its own documentation and established engineering knowledge for this equipment class - not from a verified service record. Confirm against the manufacturer's service manual.
Poor or no OCT image
HighSymptoms: Noisy, dim or absent intravascular image, incomplete pullback.
Root cause: Imaging catheter / optical fibre damage, a drive-motor & optical-coupler (DOC) fault, or a laser / detection-engine fault.
Pullback drive fault
MediumSymptoms: Automated pullback does not run at the set rate, stalls, or the distance is wrong.
Root cause: Pullback drive motor / gearbox or the DOC coupling.
Catheter connection / recognition fault
MediumSymptoms: System does not recognise the imaging catheter, calibration fails.
Root cause: DOC connector wear or a damaged catheter hub.
Contrast / flush synchronisation issue
MediumSymptoms: Blood not adequately cleared, image obscured during acquisition.
Root cause: Injector interface / trigger or operator flush technique.
Workstation / co-registration fault
LowSymptoms: Angio co-registration (OPTIS) misaligns, display or export problems.
Root cause: Angio-interface or workstation fault.
Serviceable Parts & Consumables
Serviceable items for this model, compiled from its documentation and engineering knowledge for this equipment class. Service class and relative cost are estimates, not manufacturer figures; no part numbers are given. Confirm intervals and pricing against the manufacturer.
Drive motor & optical coupler (DOC)
Class Periodic replacementRel. cost $$$$R&R Moderate
Imaging catheter
Class ConsumableRel. cost $$$R&R Easy
Laser / detection engine
Class Major service partRel. cost $$$$R&R Expert-level
Angio interface / co-registration hardware (OPTIS)
Class Major service partRel. cost $$$R&R Moderate
Workstation PC / display
Class Major service partRel. cost $$$R&R Moderate
| Part | Service class | Relative cost | R&R difficulty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drive motor & optical coupler (DOC) | Periodic replacement | $$$$ | Moderate |
| Imaging catheter | Consumable | $$$ | Easy |
| Laser / detection engine | Major service part | $$$$ | Expert-level |
| Angio interface / co-registration hardware (OPTIS) | Major service part | $$$ | Moderate |
| Workstation PC / display | Major service part | $$$ | Moderate |
Relative cost: $ lowest · $$$$ highest service-part cost for this equipment class. Not a price.
Troubleshooting Approach
A starting sequence for this model, compiled from its documentation and engineering knowledge for this equipment class. Follow the manufacturer's service documentation for the actual procedure.
Symptom: Poor or no OCT image
- Connect a new imaging catheter and repeat calibration.
- Inspect the DOC connector for wear or contamination.
- Run the system's imaging / laser diagnostics.
- Confirm adequate contrast flush clears the blood during acquisition.
- Escalate a confirmed DOC or laser-engine fault to Abbott.
Symptom: Pullback drive fault
- Confirm the catheter is fully seated in the DOC.
- Run a pullback on the bench / test fixture if available.
- Check the set pullback rate and distance.
- Replace the DOC if the drive stalls or the distance is inaccurate.
- Verify a clean pullback before clinical use.
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