The perfect demonstration tool for sonoelastography

The Breast Elastography Phantom accurately mimics the ultrasonic characteristics of tissues found in an average human breast.  The size and shape of the phantom simulates that of an average patient in the supine position. A special holding tray facilitates proper hand position during the training procedures. Protected by a membrane, the phantom's Zerdine® simulates needle resistance.

The phantom contains several solid masses that appear slightly hypoechoic to the simulated breast tissue under normal ultrasound, but the lesions are at least two times stiffer than the background so they can be detected on elastograms. Lesions range in size from 3 to 10 mm in diameter, are randomly positioned throughout the background, and can be biopsied 3 times.

Features:

• Improve hand-eye coordination
• Test new equipment
• Experiment with new techniques
• Instruct others
• Contains solid lesions which can be biopsied

Demonstrate 2D and 3D ultrasound

Model 065-20 and 065-36 Fetal Ultrasound Phantoms provide a tissue-equivalent and anatomically appropriate model for ultrasonic surface scanning of fetal morphology, enable training and optimization of freehand acquisition techniques, and demonstrate and evaluate manual and automatic 3D ultrasound systems. These phantoms are a low-cost, durable training tool and offer a stress-free user environment. Both the fetal model and the non-echoic “amniotic fluid” it is suspended in are cast from a tissue-equivalent, elastometric non-flowing gel. The phantoms realistically mimic fetus size at two gestational ages: 20 weeks (Model 065- 20) and 36 weeks (Model 065-36). 

Model 065-20 and Model 065-36 include a nylon transducer cover, user guide and six-month warranty. An optional custom carry case is also available for both models.

Demonstrate * Teach * Practice

The mid-term ultrasound exam is used to estimate gestational age and to diagnose fetal malformation. Students gain competency with hands-on practice. Unfortunately, access to patients can be limited. The Fetal Ultrasound Biometrics Phantom facilitates teaching and demonstration of fetal ultrasound techniques in a non-stressful situation. A tissue equivalent full fetal model is suspended in a nonechoic, amniotic fluid-like environment. The model is housed in a rotatable cylinder with 2 fields of view. A variety of fetal/transducer orientations can be achieved.

The Fetal Ultrasound Biometrics Phantom contains an asymmetric head with upper portion of the skull, right and left brain lobes and lateral and third ventricles. These anatomical references are used to measure the biparietal diameter (BPD) and anterior/posterior diameter (APD). Right and left femoral shafts with distal epiphysis are provided for femur length (FL) measurements. An umbilical marker indicates proper position for taking abdominal circumference (AC). Crown-Rump length (CRL) can also be taken. In addition, the model has full facial details making it suitable for demonstrating multi-dimensional systems and assessment of fetal anomalies.

All anatomies are based on published biometric data for normal fetal growth rates for a gestational age of 21 weeks. This enables assessment of composite measurement techniques and biometric analysis programs common to most ultrasound scanners.

Features:

• Demonstrate system capabilities
• Teach imaging protocols to estimate gestational age
• Practice 2D, 3D & 4D fetal scan techniques
• Measure CRL, BPD, FL and AC
• Gain competency in performing prenatal ultrasound

Teach * Train * Practice

Thyroid nodules occur in 50% of the world’s population with incidence increasing with age. Ultrasound guided biopsies of the thyroid yield more accurate results than free-hand techniques.

The Thyroid Training Phantom is a disposable training tool and practice medium for ultrasound guided thyroid biopsy procedures.  The phantom also serves as an excellent teaching tool for identification of various types of thyroid nodules and training on proper thyroid scanning techniques.

This phantom contains a slightly enlarged thyroid gland positioned within an anthropomorphic neck.  The chin and clavicle are provided as external anatomical landmarks. The phantom provides the trachea, internal jugular vein and common carotid artery as internal anatomical landmarks. Various nodules can be manufactured within the thyroid gland.  These nodules can represent andenomas, cysts, calcifications or papillary carcinomas ranging in size from 6 -15 mm diameter.  All materials are formulated to be ultrasonically realistic.

The phantom can be punctured numerous times, will not leak and requires no special storage.

The Thyroid Training Phantom creates a relaxed learning environment in which to develop skills.

Benefits:

• Train how to perform thyroid ultrasound examination
• Practice ultrasound guided biopsy procedures
• Internal and external anatomical landmarks
• Ultrasonically realistic materials

The slightly enlarged thyroid gland contains simple cysts and one isoechoic, stiff lesion in each lobe.

Fine needle aspiration can be performed on each cyst. Each stiff lesion is designed for visualization with sonoelastography and can be biopsied. These lesions are isoechoic to the thyroid gland and with standard B-mode imaging.

Nodules that represent adenocarcinomas, calcifications or papillary carcinomas ranging in size from 6-15 cm are available by custom request only.

Teach * Train * Practice

The gynecological ultrasound exam is an important diagnostic tool. Students gain competency with hands-on practice. Unfortunately, access to patients can be limited. The Model 404A Female Ultrasound Training Pelvis facilitates teaching and demonstration of gynecological ultrasound techniques in a non-stressful situation.

The Model 404A consists of an external female pelvic model containing a uterus, fallopian tubes, ovaries, bladder and rectal landmarks useful for scanning. The phantom has both abdominal and vaginal scanning access allowing a variety of transducer orientations.

The Female Ultrasound Training Pelvis creates a relaxed learning environment for teaching and developing ultrasound examination skills and techniques as well as demonstrating 3D ultrasound capabilities.

Features:

• External anatomy
• Abdominal and vaginal scanning access
• Uterus with endometrium and myometrium
• Ovaries with follicles
• Full bladder
• Rectal landmarks
• Realistic Scanning

The ideal training device for ultrasound guided procedures

The Ultrasound Prostate Training Phantom is a multi-modality disposable phantom developed for practicing procedures which involve scanning the prostate with a rectal probe. Gel formulations within the Model 053S, 053L and 053L-EF are designed to minimize needle tracking and to provide imaging contrast under CT, MRI, ultrasound and elastography.

The prostate along with structures simulating the rectal wall, seminal vesicles and urethra is contained within an 11.5 x 7.0 x 9.5 cm clear acrylic container.  A 3 mm simulated perineal membrane enables various probes and surgical tools to be inserted into the prostate.

This phantom is an ideal training device for ultrasound guided cryosurgery, radioactive seed implantation, and needle biopsy.  The phantom is available with lesions (053L) and without lesions (053S) and can be ordered in either the standard side-fire configuration or an alternate geometry optimized for end-fire probes (053L-EF).

Features

• Includes rectal wall, seminal vesicles, perineal membrane and urethra
• Train for ultrasound-guided cryosurgery, seed implantation and needle biopsy with one phantom
• Compatible with various probes and surgical tools
• Structures visible under CT, MRI, ultrasound and elastography
• Gel designed to minimize needle tracking