Due to longer SID there is also more space for breast positioning and with stereotactic examinations ample room for biopsy gun procedures. A handy small size remote control panel provides manual fine adjustments of the needle guide in steps of 0.1 mm in all directions. The Cytoguide system is most safe to use. The biopsy unit includes a manually operated mechanical stop switch that prevents needle holder movements when the needle has been inserted in its place. The needle is electrically insulated and there are dual needle guides to prevent needle deflection.
Maximum hygiene is guaranteed with disposable sterile plastic needle guide bushes.
Simple to install The Planmed Cytoguide biopsy needle guidance system and Sophie have been designed so that the Cytoguide can be added to existing Planmed mammography units. Thanks to the sophisticated adaptation the biopsy unit is light weight and simple to install. The operator console can be hung on the wall or placed on an optional trolley where the biopsy unit can be stored as well when not in use. Copyright 1999 Planmed Oy, All rights reserved.