Tracking Brackets for Endocavity Transducers

Endocavity Tracking Brackets

• Use of an endocavity tracking bracket enables sensor attachment to the ultrasound probe during transvaginal ablations.⁴
• Allows for sensor attachment to the ultrasound probe enabling fusion of US and MR during targeted prostate biopsies.⁵

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