Simple, low-cost Local Anaesthetic Transperineal Prostate Biopsies through a simple coaxial access system
Device Intended Purpose
The CamPROBE device (Cambridge Prostate Biopsy Device) is intended to facilitate transperineal prostate biopsies under local anaesthetic.
Indications For Use
CamPROBE is indicated for use in adult males over the age of 18, with supected or known prostate cancer and who need a prostate biopsy.
Device Description
The CamPROBE device is surgically invasive, single use, sterile device consisting of a stainless steel cannula and an integrated coaxial needle.
Use Environment
Surgical operating theatres, surgical day case procedure rooms or outpatient clinics.
CLINICAL INVESTIGATION
Overview
Multicentre safety and performance study.
• 40 patients
• Six sites
Conclusion
CamPROBE is safe, transferable and maintains high diagnostic yields. There were no infections, device deficiencies or safety issues
reported. The procedure was well tolerated with excellent patient-reported perception and low pain scores.
Reference
Journal of Clinical Urology, 2020, Vol 13(5) 364 – 370.