US-guided Breast BiopsyThe Ultrasound-guided Breast Biopsy Workshops will be lead by Avice M. O'Connell, MD, FACR, who is Associate Professor of Imaging Sciences and Director of Women's Imaging at the University of Rochester Medical Center, Jennifer Harvey, MD, Associate Professor of Radiology and Head of the Division of Breast Imaging at the University of Virginia and G. W. Eklund, MD, FACR of the Pacific Breast Center. The "hands-on" workshop will include breast core needle biopsy, needle localization and cyst aspiration. The workshop will also include 14-gauge throw needle biopsy and vacuum-assisted biopsy. These procedures will be performed on turkey breast phantoms. Application Specialists from participating companies will be present to assist in the procedures and to provide technical advice. Participants register for this workshop at the Registration Desk. Each workshop will be limited to ten to fifteen participants depending on the number of ultrasound systems available. The 50-minute workshops will be held: Monday, February 4, 2008 Tuesday, February 5, 2008 The following companies will be participating in the Ultrasound-guided
SonoSite, Inc. — Hand-carried ultrasound is an invaluable part of a modern breast surgery practice. Procedures that used to be performed under palpation-guidance can now be performed with more accuracy and precision. In this workshop, physicians will learn how to incorporate ultrasound into historically challenging procedures, such as needle biopsies, cyst aspirations and needle localizations. Surgeons have been trained to use palpation to aid in the biopsy of breast masses. However, many times the pathology results from such procedures do not confirm a diagnosis of cancer. Performing needle biopsies under ultrasound guidance, even when the surgeon feels that they can clearly palpate the lesion, results in a more accurate diagnosis the first time. Surgeons have been trained to place a needle into a palpable lesion. However, many cysts are septated, and some have solid components. If aspiration is performed under ultrasound guidance, even septated lesions can be completely aspirated. This can save the patient from potentially unnecessary surgery. Needle localization is very archaic and is quite inconvenient for all parties involved. By using ultrasound to visualize the lesion, the surgeon can identify and localize the lesion in the operating room. Physicians will ultimately see that the proper use of ultrasound results in faster, more convenient and more efficient procedures. Sanarus Medical, Inc. — Sanarus Medical will provide a hands-on workshop featuring the Cassi II™ Hologic, Inc. — Hologic, Inc. – The Ultrasound workshop will include a hands-on demonstration of the ATEC Breast Biopsy and Excision System and Suros Celero. Participants will have the opportunity to operate the two systems in a simulated biopsy using a phantom breast. The ATEC utilizes our proprietary technology with breakthroughs in weight, safety, fluid and pain management. Celero is a spring-loaded biopsy device, offering a single handed operation for tissue sampling without any capital investment. ATEC and Celero are superior breast biopsy systems that provide a fast, safe, simple and accurate biopsy solution. Each delivers a faster and more efficient biopsy, saving time for the interventional team and providing the patient with minimal discomfort. SenoRx, Inc. — SenoRx (Nasdaq: SENO) develops, manufactures and sells minimally invasive medical devices used by breast care specialists for the diagnosis and treatment of breast cancer. SenoRx’s field sales organization serves over 1,000 breast diagnostic and treatment centers across the United States and Canada. SenoRx has 17 products that have already received FDA 510(k) clearance across the continuum of breast care, including the Contura™ Multi-Lumen Balloon for accelerated partial breast irradiation. The advanced technology EnCor® vacuum assisted breast biopsy device will be demonstrated in the Ultrasound Breast Biopsy workshop. For most cases, just snap in a probe, push a button, take a sample and place a marker – it’s that easy. And all can be done without changing out of the main menu. Simplicity and versatility is what the EnCor System is all about. The light, ergonomic EnCor driver using the ultra-sharp Tri-Concave™ Trocar tip assures easy entry for biopsy collection. The closed system maximizes speed and cleanliness. For more challenging cases, advanced features are available at the touch of a button. For more information contact SenoRx Customer Service at 1-877-210-1300, customerservice@senorx.com Siemens Medical Solutions USA — As your partner in patient care, Siemens’ comprehensive approach to women’s health is helping to improve the standard of healthcare worldwide. During the biopsy workshops attendees will have hands-on experience with the X-Class ultrasound systems. The ACUSON X300™ ultrasound system provides the imaging performance needed to address the unique concerns of women's health. Advanced features such as the DIMAQ-IP workstation and DICOM structured reporting will provide streamlined clinical workflow from acquisition to reporting. And the X300 system’s ErgoDynamic™ imaging system design will allow you to scan in comfort. Philips Medical Systems — Philips iSite PACS offers workflow advantages and reading tools to help streamline the transition to digital mammography. iSite PACS can help enhance productivity and reduce costs, with the following benefits:
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