Solero Microwave Tissue Ablation User Manual

QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE
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Ablation zone diameter (A) and length (B)
INDICATION FOR USE
The Solero* Microwave Tissue Ablation
(MTA) System and Accessories are
indicated for the ablation of soft
tissue
‡
during open, laparoscopic, or
percutaneous procedures. The Solero
MTA System is not intended for
cardiac use.
SETUP
1. Attach the power cable into the back of the Solero Generator.
2. Plug the generator into an electrical outlet.
3. Turn the generator power switch on (located on the back).
4. Connect the Solero Applicator’s cartridge to the generator’s connection.
5. Spike the applicator tubing into a chilled saline bag (1-3 L) and place the bag
above the system with an IV pole.
6. Load the applicator tubing set into the generator pump and pump clip holder.
7. Press the pump button to start the pump.
8. Test the applicator tip at 100 W for 10 seconds with sterile water or saline to
ensure device is functional.
DEVICE PLACEMENT
A
B
1. Using image guidance such as ultrasound or CT, determine the target location
for the ablation.
2. Insert the applicator using the clinician’s preferred method.
3. Place the transition of the stainless steel shaft and the ceramic tip at the center
of the intended area of the ablation.
» When using CT guidance, the transition will show up as a black band in
bone windows.
» When using ultrasound, the emitting antenna is 1.7 cm from the tip
of the device.
4. Make sure that the black shaded area on the shaft of the device is fully inserted
into the tissue.
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Note Canada Only: Throughout this
document, any reference to “soft
tissue” means the following tissue
types: liver, kidney, and lung (early
stage non-small cell lung cancer
(NSCLC) and inoperable pulmonary
malignancies).
EQUIPMENT
• Solero Generator
• Solero Applicator
• Power cable
• Footswitch (optional)
• Chilled sterile saline (1-3 L)
• IV pole

Solero Microwave Tissue Ablation Specifications

General

Brand	Solero
Model	Microwave Tissue Ablation
Category	Medical Equipment
Language	English

Summary

Indication for Use

Equipment

Setup Instructions

Device Placement

Target Location Determination

Using image guidance (ultrasound/CT) to identify the ablation target site.

Applicator Insertion

Inserting the applicator using the clinician's preferred method.

Tip Positioning

Placing the shaft transition and ceramic tip at the intended ablation area.

Depth Confirmation

Ensuring the black shaded area on the shaft is fully inserted into the tissue.

Performing the Ablation

Setting Ablation Parameters

Adjusting power and time settings for the ablation procedure.

Initiating Ablation

Starting the ablation process using the power button or footswitch.

Monitoring Ablation Progress

Observing the timer countdown and delivered power during ablation.

Completing Ablation

Recognizing ablation completion when the timer reaches zero or manually stopping.

Ending the Procedure

Procedure Completion Notification

System indicates completion via a window message.

Optional Track Ablation

User may press 'Track' button after ablation for track ablation.

Disconnecting and Disposal

Disconnecting the device and disposing of the applicator per policy.

Troubleshooting Guide

Interpreting Faults

On-screen instructions for failure modes (orange=recoverable, yellow=reboot).

Fault Resolution

If rebooting doesn't clear fault, contact AngioDynamics representative.