The Planmed Cytoguide biopsy needle guidance system, driven by any of the Planmed mammography units, is regarded as the most advanced and elegant system for stereotactics today. This advanced on-line system is convenient for cytology, histology and preoperative markings. Easy to Use Integrated into the Planmed mammography unit, the motorized and microprocessor controlled biopsy unit is operated through the console panels.
Robotic programs provide easy, quick and precise operations without repositioning the patient.
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.