General purpose needle guides are tools designed to provide increased precision during ultrasound-guided interventions. They have been engineered to keep the needle aligned with the sound beam of the ultrasound transducer.
Some of these biopsy needle guides even offer the ability to change the angle of approach during the procedure, while others have a predetermined angle. This improved needle visualization leads to a reduced procedure time, thus benefiting every party involved.
It is important to recognize that, from the patient’s point of view, biopsies are procedures which can involve a significant amount of discomfort. By utilizing one of our biopsy needle guides, you can increase the speed and efficiency of the procedure. Practitioners that use guides are less prone to mistakes or failed attempts, thereby increasing patient safety and comfort.
Radiologists also benefit from this reduced procedure time: an increased visualization means easier and quicker procedures. Additionally, healthcare facilities can count on a higher productivity rate from their interventional radiologists, which translates to more patients being cared for on a daily basis. All of this works to increase revenue and optimize costs.