Transducers and Biopsy
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image as shown in the figures below (For reference
only):
1. Biopsy 2. Target
The biopsy needle appears to reach the target object in the image
1. Target 2. Transducer 3. Needle 4. Ultrasound beam
Dispersion of the ultrasound beam
The biopsy needle may not have actually entered the
target object even though it appears to have done so on
the image. To avoid this problem, note points below:
z Do not rely only on the needle tip on the image. Pay
careful attention to that, when the biopsy needle
comes into the target object or contacts with it, the
object should shift slightly.
z Before you perform the biopsy, please evaluate the
size of the object and confirm if the biopsy can be
carried out.
12.2.1 Needle-guided Brackets
A needle-guided bracket is available for purchase as an optional accessory; it is used in
combination with the transducer. Some of the transducers have matched needle-guided
bracket and needles. To order needle-guided brackets, contact MINDRAY Customer Service
Department or sales representative.
For biopsy or treatment, ultrasound-guided biopsy procedures can be performed using the
transducer in combination with a needle-guided bracket (optional accessory) and a biopsy
needle (provided by the user).
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