Description

The ACHIEVE Needle Biopsy system is an advanced, programmable automatic core needle biopsy device designed to enhance precision and efficiency in tissue sampling. Its lightweight, spring-loaded construction makes it ideal for obtaining core samples from soft tissues such as the kidney, liver, prostate, spleen, lymph nodes, and breast. This device is particularly suited for use in ultrasound- and CT-guided biopsies, providing reliable performance in clinical settings.

Key Features

• Programmable Firing Modes: Offers versatility with automatic, delay, and zero-throw modes, allowing clinicians to tailor the device's operation to specific procedural needs. This flexibility enhances precision and reduces risk to deeper tissues.

• Echogenic Markings: Equipped with echogenic markings on both the stylet tip and cannula, ensuring accurate positioning under ultrasound guidance.

• Ergonomic Design: Enables one-handed operation, simplifying loading and use, while reducing clinician fatigue.

• 20mm Sample Notch: Provides the capability to obtain larger core samples, complemented by a thin-wall cannula that minimizes tissue trauma.

• Lightweight Construction: Approximately 35% lighter than comparable devices, requiring less force to charge, thus enhancing ease of use.

Compatibility and Options

• Coaxial Introducer: Compatible with a coaxial introducer, allowing multiple samples from a single puncture, thereby minimizing tissue damage.

• Needle Options: Available in gauge sizes 20G, 18G, 16G, 14G, and 12G, with lengths ranging from 6 cm to 20 cm. Offers both standard and coaxial configurations to meet diverse clinical requirements.

Safety and Handling

• Single-Use Design: Sterilized using ethylene oxide and intended for single patient use. Clinicians are advised not to resterilize or reuse the device.

• Post-Use Protocol: Should not be test fired; ensure the device is fully discharged before disposal. Handle as a potential biohazard to maintain safety standards.

Design Goals

The ACHIEVE Needle Biopsy system is engineered to provide reliable sample retrieval while minimizing tissue trauma and maximizing sample integrity. Its innovative features and thoughtful design make it a valuable tool for trained clinicians conducting image-guided biopsy procedures.