GETTING STARTED
Manual Part Number
5. Position the patient in a supine, head-first position on the Exablate Prostate table. During preparation,
the patient should be supported by the attending medical team.
◼ Insulate the patient from the MR scanner with appropriate thermal-resistant pads
to prevent potential RF burns.
◼ Avoid direct contact of the coil's cables with the patient. The coil's cables should be
place such that no arching loops are created; all other electrical cables on the cradle
must be firmly secured to the cradle mechanics and isolated from contact with the
patient.
[N-9]
6. On the water system display, press on Pause Circulation (before inserting the probe).
7. Lock the transducer in its shell by moving it maximum forward in horizontal orientation. Rotate it a bit
until you feel and hear a ‘click’.
Verify that the probe is not mechanically damaged prior to every use.
[W-13]
8. Cover the balloon with a thick layer of ultra-sound gel and gently spread it over the balloon. Remove
any visible air bubbles in the gel.
9. Insert the endorectal probe through the anus, until the anus is at the narrow part of the probe (the
probe neck).
10. Connect the probe to the Motion Unit by bringing the Positioner forward towards the probe.
Verify than none of the drapes/covers get stuck between the probe and the motion unit connectors.
11. Lock and tighten the Positioner (hand screws) to the cradle and the Motion Unit to the Positioner. It is
possible to set the Motion Unit at an initial rotation of up to ±20 degrees, according to the desired
treatment location.
12. Connect the Probe Cable pin to the Positioner.
13. On the Motion Unit controller, press on Enable + Connect.
14. On the Motion Unit controller, press on Enable + Home.
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