The BioProtect Balloon Spacer Procedure

Workflow-efficient, image-verified placement.

The BioProtect placement procedure fits into existing radiation treatment preparation workflows. The procedure is performed immediately after placement of the fiducial markers using the transperineal technique,1 and BioProtect’s visibility on TRUS, MRI, and CT supports verification of consistent placement.2

Placement Procedure

BioProtect placement is performed and verified in six steps.

Predictable Workflow, Familiar Equipment

Required equipment to perform the BioProtect procedure includes:

  • BioProtect Balloon Spacer kit.2
  • Saline solution (0.9%).2
  • 20 ml sterile, disposable luer-lock syringe.2
  • Scalpel.2
  • 10 ml tapered/slip tip syringe.2
  • Suturing kit.2
  • Side-fire trans-rectal ultrasound (TRUS).
  • Stepper/stabilizer.

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BioProtect Balloon Spacer

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