Vacuum-Assisted System Enhances Breast Biopsy Procedures

A next-generation breast biopsy system allows clinicians to collect high quality and larger contiguous tissue samples.

The Mammotome Revolve combines the ease of a core needle biopsy with the quality of vacuum assistance, and features an advanced specimen management system capable of collecting and organizing high quality individual tissue samples in numbered, specimen radiograph, and pathology-ready chambers that preserve tissue integrity. Together with proprietary DualVac vacuum technology, physicians can control a variable aperture to confirm or adjust sample acquisition in response to procedural situations, especially when accessing and acquiring challenging lesions. An additional benefit is the efficiency of prebiopsy planning time.

The system is compatible with multiple imaging modalities, enabling breast biopsy to be performed under stereotactic X-ray, ultrasound, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), or molecular imaging guidance. A full array of tissue markers is available to mark the biopsy site for follow-up observations. The Mammotome revolve vacuum-assisted breast biopsy system is a product of Devicor Medical Products (Cincinnati, OH, USA), and has been approved by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

“Mammotome Revolve uses breakthrough technology that offers peace of mind for clinicians and the patients they treat. With this new product, clinicians can be confident that patients are more likely to have a less painful and traumatic experience,” said Tom Daulton, President and CEO of Devicor. “The success of our recent new product innovations demonstrates why Mammotome is the undisputed worldwide leader in the field of vacuum assisted breast biopsy.”

“Mammotome Revolve takes efficiency to a whole new level while giving beautiful samples. It’s able to easily sample dense breast tissue, and the speed is remarkable,” added Teri-Ann Gizienski, MD, of Magee-Womens Hospital (Cranberry, PA, USA). “I was able to capture three great tissue samples from the same location, which was nearly impossible before. The collection system keeps the samples organized and so easy to manage, even for the specimen radiograph. This is ideal for physicians and facilities who are very busy, but who still want great tissue. It’s a phenomenal system.”

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