How to Create a (Custom) Device and Add It to a Material List or OR Setup

Modified on Mon, 31 Mar at 11:12 AM

This guide walks you through the process of adding a device in the Incision Assist Manager and incorporating it into the materials list or 3D OR setup.

Adding a New Device

  1. Navigate to the Devices Section:

    • In the left-hand menu, click on Devices.

  1. Click "+ New Device":

    • This opens a form to enter the device details.

  1. Fill Out the Required Information:

    • Title: Provide a clear and specific name for the device.

    • Manufacturer: Add the name of the manufacturer.

    • Hospital Product Code: Enter the internal product code, if applicable.

    • Location in Hospital: Specify where the device is stored or used.

    • Device Type: Select the appropriate device type from the dropdown menu. Selecting the correct type is crucial, as it ensures your device will appear when adding it to the 3D OR setup. If the device type you need isn’t listed, select Custom Device at the bottom of the dropdown. Devices can be integrated into the OR setup and Patient Positioning at a later stage.

    • Description: Include a brief description of the device.

    • Keywords: Add keywords to make the device easily searchable.

    • Media Attachments: You can upload images, videos, or documents to provide additional context.

  1. Save the Device:

    • Once all information is complete, click the Save button at the bottom right of the screen.

Your device is now saved in the library and ready to be added to the OR setup.

Adding a Device to a Materials List in a Protocol

  1. Navigate to the Protocols Tab: Select the Protocols tab from the left-hand menu.

  2. Search for the Protocol: Click on the protocol you want to edit.

  3. Go to the Materials Tab: Within the selected protocol, click on the Materials tab on the left-hand side.

  4. Click "+ Add Material": In the top right corner, click the "+ Add Material" button.

  5. Select the Device(s): Choose one or multiple devices from the list to add to the protocol

  6. Edit Device Details

    • Adjust the quantity required for each item.

    • Add comments to materials if needed by clicking the three dots on the right-hand side and selecting Add Comment.

  7. Save Your Changes: Once you've made your updates, click the Save button.


Adding a Device to a 3D OR Setup

  1. Navigate to the Protocols Section:

    • In the left-hand menu, select Protocols.

  2. Search for the Procedure:

    • Find and open the desired procedure.

  3. Go to the OR Setup and Patient Positioning Tab:

    • Within the procedure, click on the OR Setup and Patient Positioning tab.

  4. Edit the OR Setup:

    • Click on the specific OR setup you want to edit.

  5. Add the Device:

    • Once in the 3D OR setup, click the "+ Add Item" button at the bottom right.

    • Choose from the list of available devices.

    • To add your custom device:

      • Scroll down and select Custom Device.

      • Specify the size and position of the device.

      • Choose your custom device from the dropdown menu under Device Name.


  1. Save Your Changes:

    • Once the device is placed and configured, click Save.

Congratulations! You’ve successfully added a custom device to the OR setup and Patient Positioning. 



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