Enhanced Visibility and Immediate Follow-Up
Efficiency in Microwave Ablation
Versatility in Microwave Ablation
TATO (Thermal Ablation Treatments for Oncology) is a 2.450 MHz microwave ablation system for tumour treatment across multiple organs, including the liver, lung, kidney, thyroid, bone and prostate. It supports the simultaneous use of up to four antennas, giving clinicians flexibility during microwave ablation procedures.
The system allows for real time ultrasound visualisation of ablation progression and immediate low-artefact CT follow-up with the antenna in place.
With its wide range of antenna options and enhanced visualisation capabilities TATO is designed to be a powerful choice for Thermal Ablation Treatments in Oncology.
Multiple antenna options as well as real-time and follow-up visualisation capabilities to monitor treatment progress at every stage make TATO a versatile solution for thermal microwave ablation.
Dr. Eduardo Crespo, Chief of the Interventional Radiology Department at University Hospital Madrid, discusses the challenges of treating thyroid lesions. He explains how the dedicated TATO thyroid antenna enables successful treatment of thyroid nodules with microwave ablation, using the multiple-overlapping technique.
Watch this video to see a microwave ablation procedure for thyroid nodules, complete with detailed, step-by-step guidance.
On October 2023, Dr. Aliberti and Dr. Casaril from Pederzoli Hospital in Peschiera del Garda, an Italian center of excellence for thyroid disease, published their experience on BTN Uncooled Microwave Ablation introducing a novel, dedicated procedure – the fluid-motion technique.
The fluid-motion technique is designed to support consistent and controlled energy delivery during TATO procedures, enabling clinicians to maintain a steady application of thermal energy, helping to achieve uniform ablation zones while reducing variability in treatment. In this video, you will see how the technique works in practice, leveraging the main advantages of TATO uncooled MW system, reducing procedure time and increasing the patient compliance.
Enhanced Visibility and Immediate Follow-Up with TATO Thermal Ablation Treatments for Oncology
TATO’s features allow for intra- and post-procedural visual control of the microwave ablation progression:
- Lower wattage settings minimise gas bubble formation, improving ultrasound visibility throughout the ablation process.
- Enhanced real-time visualisation allows for good control when treating challenging lesions, reducing the risk of potential damage to surrounding tissues.
- Immediate post-ablation CT imaging with minimal artefacts is possible while the antenna remains in place, ensuring accurate treatment assessment without delay.
Efficiency in Microwave Ablation
TATO and TATOpro applicators are engineered to maximise energy delivery while minimising losses, improving the overall efficiency of microwave ablation procedures:
- Very Low Loss Technology reduces energy loss
- No cooling system required, allowing safe operation without causing skin burns
Multiple sizes and lengths:
Fluid injections:
Simultaneous multi-probe use:
Dedicated thyroid antenna:
TATO integrates automatic safety mechanisms to protect both patient and operator during microwave ablation procedures:
- Automatic real-time safety control: Continuously monitors system performance and stops microwave emission immediately if a malfunction in the applicator is detected.
- Reflected power monitoring: Tracks reflected power for each antenna in real time, with values displayed clearly on the system interface.
Multiple sizes and lengths:
TATO is designed to simplify setup and operation, allowing clinicians to focus on treatment rather than equipment handling:
- No cooling system required for quick, easy setup.
- Detachable cable for easy handling and probe positioning.
- Lightweight antennas weighing only 50 g (35g without cable) for comfortable handling and to support precise positioning.
- Intuitive touchscreen interface with a user-friendly design.
TATO and TATOpro are trademarks of Biomedical s.r.l.
TATO and TATOpro are manufactured by BiomedicalSales and exclusively distributed by Terumo Europe NV.
Please contact your Terumo local sales representative for more information.
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