5.2.2.2. Treatment Stage
This stage enables the operator to:
1. Verify that the location of the thermal focal point is in the selected target and that the sonication
intensity levels deliver the expected results.
2. Adjust the Spot’s Parameters and Thermal scan parameters.
3. Automatically Plan Macro-Spots based on the defined Region of Treatment and the selected treatment
protocol while taking into consideration the LEDR’s limitations.
4. Perform therapeutic Treatment Sonications.
5.2.2.3. Evaluation Stage
This stage enables the operator to:
1. Plan and acquire Pre- and Post-Contrast MR Treatment Evaluation images (or alternatively scan images
on the MR and retrieve the relevant series to the Exablate workstation).
2. Measure the Non-Perfused Volume and assess treatment outcome.
5.2.3. Information Area
In this area warning messages and treatment/progress status information are displayed for the operator.
5.2.4. Utilities
Utils – Provides access to optional tools during the Treatment stage.
Replay – Views and analyzes the results of previous sonications.
Exit – Aborts the treatment and returns to the Startup screen.
5.2.5. Image Strips
Three rows of image strips appear on the screen. Any content that has been loaded into the system can be
displayed, using the navigation tools next to each strip (see Figure 5-1).
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