Focal Bx Technology by Focal Healthcare
Nanoknife IRE treatment relies on ultrasound-based guidance to insert Nanoknife IRE probes into the prostate gland.
Some tumours of the prostate are hard to visualize on ultrasound and can only be picked up on prostate MRI scans.
Other centres may use the prostate MRI images on a SEPARATE screen (called cognitive) to provide an approximate location of the tumour.
From this approach, in order to ensure effective treatment, a wider area is treated leading to more side effects and potentially sub-optimal tumour treatment.
NTPC uses Focal Bx Technology by fusing the prostate MRI images on the SAME screen and fuses the ultrasound and MRI images together in REAL-TIME.
This leads to more accurate, PRECISE treatment with LESS side effects.
Real-Time Ultrasound with tumour outlined based on prostate MRI fusion. Observe the outlined yellow area of tumour is not well seen on the ultrasound.
3-D MRI real-time reconstruction of the prostate and tumour location for PRECISE Nanoknife probe placement.
Fusion of MRI images on the right with the ultrasound images on the LEFT in REAL-TIME and on the SAME screen.
Schedule A Consult!
Consultations can be performed by telephone or by secured, virtual platforms. We will also provide immediate post-Nanoknife treatment followup and we will provide recommendations to your local urologist or other health care provider on the appropriate long-term followup plan for your care.
The initial consultation to determine if you are a candidate for the Nanoknife treatment is at no charge. You will need the following medical records available to our Nanoknife experts prior to your consultation:
1) PSA level2) Full prostate biopsy report3) Prostate MRI report (and images)4) Any other medical imaging tests such as CT scans, bone scans, PSMA scansContact Us
Have any questions about NanoKnife therapy?
Please contact us using the form below. We will be happy to discuss your situation to determine if NanoKnife is an appropriate treatment option for you.