Mick 200-TPV Applicator and Applicator Kit

Mick Applicator only, SeeDOS Code 9707-1

Mick Applicator Kit, SeeDOS Code 9707

Mick 200-TPV Applicator Technique

Mick Magazines

Mick TP Implant Needles

KGM Mick Magazine Shielded Passer

Inspector Radiation Alert Monitor

Prostate Implant Practice Phantom

 

Mick Applicator Range available, on request

DIAL-IN-SEED SPACING SELECTOR The "Dial-In Seed Spacing Selector" (black knob) can be rotated about its axis to 5 distinct locations whereas each location represents the desired distance chosen between seeds. As shown above, the Seed Spacing Selector is set to 4.0 thus the seeds will be spaced 4.0 mm apart.

POST IMPLANT SIMULATION FILM Shown is a Post Implant Simulation Film of a prostate seed implant. Shaped in form of a small walnut, the seeds cover the entire prostate gland. Excellent coverage is achievable with the use of the Mick 200-TPV Applicator.  Photo courtesy of Jay Friedland, M.D. Moffitt Cancer Centre, Tampa, FL.

LOADED MAGAZINE IN CUBICLE Shown here is a fully loaded disposable Mick magazine inserted into the magazine cubicle. Shaped in form of a horse-shoe, the magazine cubicle's stainless steel side walls completely surround the loaded magazine thus greatly reducing radiation exposure. Front: The Needle Receptor and Mick TP Needle.

Mick Magazines

Mick Magazines - Shielded / Disposable SeeDOS Code 0216-DS Shielded / Disposable Magazines are compatible with all Mick Applicators, (200-TP / 200-TPV / 250-TP / 250-TPV and Mick-100) and all currently manufactured I-125 and Pd-103 seeds. The newly developed magazines are manufactured from PES and surface-coated Brass. They are designed to hold maximum 15 seeds (see instructions for use) and suitable for STEAM STERILIZATION (Autoclave). The new magazine head is fully shielded thus providing excellent radiation protection to staff and personnel. The magazine heads are threaded for safe storage in "Loading V-Block (SeeDOS Code 7509) or Seed Sterilizer (SeeDOS Code 7901).   "USE CAUTION AND PROPER PROTECTION WHEN HANDLING RADIOACTIVE MATERIALS" BACK TO TOP OF PAGE

What's Different About the Mick 200-TPV Applicator?
The Mick 200-TPV Applicator allows for seeds to be spaced at variable distances thus offering optimal flexibility in seed placement options. With the Who-click'' method, seeds can be spaced 7.5mm, 8.0mm, 10.0mm, 11.0mm and 12.0mm. Therefore, seeds may be placed closer together at the periphery of the gland or further apart near the Urethra or Rectum while inadequately covered areas are readily re-implanted with additional seeds. A simple turn on the Dial-ln Selector sets the spacing between seeds.... and it's done on the fly!

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Mick 200-TPV Applicator Technique

 

Mick 200-TPV Applicator Seed Implant Technique & Sequence

Implanting Mick TP Needles	Attaching the Mick 200-TPV Applicator	Implanting seeds Into the Prostate Gland
The Urologist may implant and set the Mick TP needles under Ultrasound guidance (fluoroscopy is recommended). All needles are inserted first without the presence of seeds, thus avoiding radiation exposure to hands and fingers. Methods of needle placement: peripheral or modified peripheral loading or one plane at a time.	Once the "cold" needles are implanted, the Radiation Oncologist may take over removing one of the needle's obturators to see if blood or urine drips out. The Mick Applicator is then attached to the needle hub and the template ring is advanced to the surface of the template. A preloaded magazine is inserted into the applicator's magazine receptor for sequential insertion of seeds.	Seeds are implanted one after another; once the first seed is deposited, the Mick TP Needle is retracted, usually lcm, and the next seed is transferred and deposited by means of the applicator's stylet. After the insertion of the required number of seeds, the applicator is detached and the procedure is repeated with the next needle.

 

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Mick TP Implant Needles

 

The "Authentic" Mick TP Needle

The only "AUTHENTIC" Mick TP prostate seeding needle approved for compatibility with the Mick® 200-TPV applicators for the permanent implantation of I-125 and Pd-103 seeds.

SeeDOS Code MTP-1820-C(18 Gauge-Yellow Hub)

SeeDOS Code MTP-1720-C(18 Gauge- Blue Hub)

Available in 17 and 18 Gauge

Features:   Sterile/Disposable Mick TP Needle sleeve; funnelled for smooth transfer and entry of seeds into needles. Sharp Trocar Point needle tip protrudes app. 4mm out of the reflector-bevelled sheath.     Siliconized   Calibrated   Supreme Sharpness   Trocar Point   Flared Cannula   Mirror Finish Stylet   Colour Coded

SeeDOS Code 9512

SeeDOS Code 96-SErad

The INSPECTOR is a small handheld microprocessor based instrument which offers excellent sensitivity to low levels of alpha, beta, gamma and x-rays. The digital readout is displayed with a red count light and audible beep, providing instant indications of the radiation level.

SeeDOS Code 8113-PIP

The Practice Phantom is designed to practice the technique of seed implantation with the Mick TP applicators or prostate pre-load needles. Filled with a gel-type media, the practice phantom can be used until filled with seeds. When full, the phantom can be returned and refilled.