Uterine Artery Embolization
Hands-on training for fibroid embolization
Hands-on training for fibroid embolization
Mentice Uterine Artery Embolization (UAE), also known as Uterine Fibroid Embolization (UFE), is designed for teams to learn the procedural steps used in the treatment of symptomatic fibroid disease. The module provides the essentials needed to learn UAE in a simulated setting, and facilitates discussions on the techniques associated with gaining access to the uterine arteries, as well as embolization in a learner-focused, risk-free training environment.
UAE has in recent years emerged as an alternative to treat uterine fibroids due to encouraging results for symptomatic fibroid disease. The procedure requires careful catheter and wire manipulation to gain and maintain access to the uterine artery. Particles are then carefully injected through the catheter to block the blood flow to the fibroid. It is vital that the service is delivered by the gynecologist and the endovascular specialist in a team approach.
Procedure planning based on patient scenarios
Teaches principles of various particle embolization techniques
Perfect the procedural steps of UAE
Learn how to minimize radiation to the ovaries
Manage complications and discuss aftercare
• Complete clinical scenarios for patient- oriented learning
• Ability to use real clinical devices
• Guidance throughout the case
• Different anatomies of varying difficulties
• Realistic device behavior requiring appropriate device selection
• Advanced imaging with DSA and 3D overlay
• Recommended microcatheter positions for embolization
• Different sized PVA particles and microspheres available for embolization
• Arterial flow depends on level of embolization
• Blushing of myoma when approaching saturation
• Backflow sensitive to embolization level and injection speed
• Visualization of non-target embolization• RUC catheter and Waltman loop technique supported• Detailed metrics for assessments and debriefing
• Build familiarity with the pelvic vasculature and the uterus
• Demonstrate catheterization skills to navigate the branches of the internal iliac artery
• Manipulate catheters to treat bilateral fibroids
• Select and vary appropriate particle type and size for embolization
• Perform a safe and efficient embolization technique
• Recognize and manage potential non-target embolization
• Ability to manage dose exposure in long and sensitive procedures
Flow Diverter Case planning in Ankyras™
Import Case directly into VIST simulator
Practice deployment in patient-specific anatomy
• 1 fully guided case
VIST® G7 and G7+
Image-guided procedural VR trainer for clinicians and medical professionals
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Disclaimer & Regulatory Information
Ankyras is a medical device manufactured by Mentice Spain S.L. Mentice Spain S.L. is ISO 13485 certified. Ankyras complies with the EU Medical Device Regulation (EU CE Mark, MDR 784032). ANKYRAS is a medical software intended to assist healthcare professionals in the selection of a proper braided device for treatment of intracranial aneurysms. ANKYRAS is intended for exclusive use by professional users.