The Pro-Tekt endorectal balloon immobilizes the prostate and other structures that surround the rectum during radiation therapy treatment. A disposable single-use device, the Pro-Tekt product:
- Enables repeatable positioning throughout the course of treatment
- Inflates with air or water
- Allows for easy device insertion and withdrawal
Pro-Tekt is now available to healthcare providers throughout the United States, Canada, Australia and most of Europe. Please contact us to confirm regulatory availability for your local market.
For more information and ordering, email Sales@Qfix.com. Qfix is MEDRAD’s exclusive distributor for the Pro-Tekt endorectal balloon. Pro-Tekt is a trademark of MEDRAD, Inc, U.S.A.
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Pro-Tekt Endorectal Balloon Catheter |
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Features & Benefits
Before Inflation and After
Inflation Illustrations
7 Reasons why patients are treated with an endorectal balloon catheter:
1. Immobilizes the prostate
2. Displaces posterior and superior rectum away from the field
3. Reduces dose delivered to anterior rectal wall
4. Allows for increased dose delivered to the target
5. May allow for physicians to reduce PTV/treatment margins
6. Is well tolerated by prostate patients
7. Can signifigantly reduce side effects
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