Description
Medtronic Illumisite Fluoroscopic
Advanced Fluoroscopic Navigation for Precise Lung Nodule Localization
The Medtronic Illumisite Fluoroscopic Navigation System is an innovative platform designed to enhance bronchoscopic accuracy, lesion targeting, and real-time guidance during minimally invasive lung procedures. Built with integrated fluoroscopic navigation and continuous positional updates, Illumisite helps clinicians reach peripheral pulmonary nodules with greater confidence and precision.
Key Features
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Enhanced Fluoroscopic Navigation – Provides real-time positional data during bronchoscopy for improved targeting of small or hard-to-reach lung nodules.
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Continuous Guidance Technology – Automatically updates the catheter position as the bronchoscope moves, maintaining navigation accuracy throughout the procedure.
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Integrated Tomosynthesis – Uses multiple X-ray images to create a more accurate representation of lesion location, reducing CT-to-body divergence.
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Optimized Tool Alignment – Improves alignment between the extended working channel and the target nodule for better biopsy yield.
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Seamless Workflow Integration – Compatible with Medtronic’s navigational bronchoscopy ecosystem, enhancing procedural efficiency.
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Radiation-Minimizing Design – Provides targeted fluoroscopic visualization while maintaining a low radiation footprint.
Benefits
Increases diagnostic accuracy for peripheral lung nodules
Reduces CT-to-body divergence with enhanced localization
Improves biopsy success with optimized positioning and guidance
Enhances procedural confidence and consistency
Supports minimally invasive pulmonary interventions
Why Choose Medtronic Illumisite?
The Medtronic Illumisite System sets a new standard in fluoroscopic-guided bronchoscopy, offering unparalleled precision and real-time navigation for lung nodule diagnosis. Its advanced imaging, automatic positional updates, and intuitive workflow make it an essential tool for pulmonologists seeking higher diagnostic yields and improved patient outcomes.
Specification
General System Information
- Product Name: Illumisite Fluoroscopic Navigation Platform
- Manufacturer: Medtronic
- System Type: Fluoroscopic image‑guided navigation system
- Clinical Use: Pulmonary biopsy and diagnostic navigation procedures
- Procedure Support: Bronchoscopy‑assisted lung nodule localization and sampling
Imaging & Navigation Technology
- Fluoroscopy Integration: Real‑time fluoroscopic imaging for dynamic guidance
- Digital Tomosynthesis: Creates updated layered imaging views during navigation
- CT‑to‑Body Divergence Correction: Technology to compensate for anatomical movement between pre‑procedure CT and actual respiratory motion
- Multiplanar Visualization: Displays navigation in multiple planes to improve spatial orientation
- Target Tracking: Real‑time tool and target alignment feedback during biopsy workflows
Navigation & Guidance Features
- Dynamic Navigation: Constant adjustment of navigation data to match patient anatomy changes
- Real‑Time Feedback: Continuous visual guidance to maintain instrument alignment throughout the procedure
- Tool Compatibility: Works with locatable guide sheaths and biopsy tools for sampling accuracy
- Multidirectional Access: Supports instrument positioning without repeated re‑insertions
- Enhanced Peripheral Reach: Extends access to nodules outside standard bronchial visualization
User Interface & Controls
- Display: Large high‑resolution monitor for fluoroscopic imaging and navigation views
- User Interaction: Intuitive interface with menus optimized for bronchoscopic use
- Workflow Integration: Designed to support smooth transitions between imaging and tool navigation
System Connectivity
- Biopsy Tool Integration: Compatible with Medtronic bronchoscopy and diagnostic accessories
- Data Management: Real‑time image and navigation data display; procedural data integration
Physical & Operational Specs
- Form Factor: Mobile fluoroscopic/navigation unit suitable for OR or procedural suite
- Mobility: Mounted on wheeled cart for repositioning during procedures
- Connectivity: Standard medical imaging and network interfaces
Safety & Compliance
- Regulatory Status: Cleared for use in pulmonary biopsy navigation
- Safety Features: Designed to integrate with fluoroscopic imaging safety protocols and radiation dose considerations
Environmental Requirements
- Operating Conditions:
- Temperature: Standard clinical environment range
- Humidity: Non‑condensing conditions suitable for procedure rooms
- Storage Conditions: Ambient storage environment
