What are the advantages of the use of the CryoProbe over canisters filled with a cryogen?
The CryoProbe is based on an innovative micro-technology concept which allows the physician to be very precise and effective in his treatment as a result of the 0,04 micro-applicator as well the 725 psi freezing power with a consistent -127 degrees F temperature.
The treatment can be done with the use of one applicator, no different cone seizes, disposable buds, extender tubes or insulators needed. The micro- applicator allows the physician to treat any seize and shape of lesion with pinpoint accuracy.
The use of small disposable Nitrous Oxide cartridges gives the physician the freezing power needed to penetrate the lesion rapid and effective in order reach the caudal extent of the lesion.
The CryoProbe makes the treatment easy and precise, no destruction of healthy tissue and give the physician total control of the treatment.
The expense per treatment with the CryoProbe is more cost effective as the costs per freeze of canisters.
What are the advantages of the use of the CryoProbe over Liquid Nitrogen?
The CryoProbe is small, handheld, compact device which can easily be transported to nursing homes, hospitals, office to office or room-to room. The disposable 0.3 oz cartridges make it safe, there is no fear of spilling the cryogen while en route. The ability to treat with a 725 psi freezing power at a consistent temperature of -127 degrees F is more effective as applying extreme cold to the lesion. The use of a micro-applicator with a 0.04 millimeter opening makes the unit extremely suitable for treatments of smaller lesions, eg facial lesions, without 'facing' a spray gun or in Liquid Nitrogen drenched cotton swabs. There is no use of acquiring an assortment of cryogenic tips in order to treat different sizes of lesions; the micro-applicator of the CryoProbe can treat any size and shape of lesion with no destruction of healthy tissue.
The use of liquid nitrogen is quite a hassle with a storage dewar, an extraction device, a need for a ventilated room as liquid nitrogen evaporates, extreme care with filling due the high freezing temperature. The use of liquid nitrogen can be less cost effective when not used in treatment of skin lesion in a high volume as it evaporates when not used.
How many lesions can be treated with one cartridge?
The cartridges have a two minutes treatment time using the very fine applicator. It will depend on the kind of lesion(s) a patient has but the physician may well use the cartridge on multiple patients. The nitrous oxide will not evaporate in the device once the cartridge is punctured.
What is the shelf life of the cartridges?
The cartridges have an unlimited shelf time when stored properly, cool and dry. The cartridges may not be exposed to the sun and temperatures above 120 degrees F.