Mick Radio-Nuclear Instruments
brachytherapy
 Print Page

Delivery of IORT / HDR for Advenced Tumors
Via Remote Afterloading



VariSource®, GammaMed® and microSelectron®

H.A.M. Applicator
The H.A.M. Applicator Facilitates Delivery of HDR lntraoperative Radiation Therapy
(HDR-IORT) for Superfcial and Advanced Tumors Via Remote Afterloading.
Primary Tratment Sites:
Advanced or Recurrent Colorectal Cancer, Advenced tumors of the Pelvis or Retroperitoneum, Chest Wall Sarcomas and Superficial Tumors.
The H.A.M. APPLICATOR consists of a flexible pad of Silicone Rubber that is 8mm thick. An array of catheters are embedded parallel to each other spaced 10 mm apart while a consistent source-to-tissue distance of 5 mm is maintained. Because of its flexibility, the H.A.M Applicator easily conforms to the shape of surfaces to which is applied.

H.A.M Applicators are manufactured to be compatible with today's remote afterloading systems and the applicators can be "tailor made" to provide optimal treatment area coverage.

For GammaMed 12i and GammaMedplus units, traditional source-guide tubes are no longer required. The embedded catheters are 130cm long and connect directly to the clamping adaptors (quick connectors) of the indexer.
Shown is a 12 channel H.A.M. Applicator placed in the tumor bed. Attached are 4 source transfer tubesproviding connection between the applicator and afterloading unit. A universal bracket is used to relieve stress on the on the embedded applicator.
A 12 Channel H.A.M. Applicator is shown in final position prior to HDR tratment of an advanced Pelvic Tumor. The H.A.M Applicator is attached to a GammaMed 12i HDR remote afterloader.
A 12 Channel H.A.M. Applicator is shown sutured in place prior to HDR treatment of a Chest Wall Sarcoma.The H.A.M Applicator is attached to a GammaMed 12i HDR remote afterloader.
H.A.M. Applicators can be custom made to sizes and shapes tailored to anatomical treatment sites. Custom made H.A.M. applicators can be fabricated for use with HDR Varisource®, microSelectron® and GammaMed® remote afterloading systems.
H.A.M. Applicator
Standard H.A.M. Applicators are 0.8 cm thick and 22 cm long. Embedded catheters are parallel and spaced 10 mm apart while center of source to tumor distance is 5 mm ascertaining uniform dose distribution.
Standard H.A.M. Applicator Sizes:
Catalog #
# Channels
Size (cm)
# 9102-03
3 channels
3 x 22 x 0.8
# 9102-06
6 channels
6 x 22 x 0.8
# 9102-09
9 channels
9 x 22 x 0.8
# 9102-12
12 channels
12 x 22 x 0.8
# 9102-15
15 channels
15 x 22 x 0.8
# 9102-18
18 channels
18 x 22 x 0.8
# 9102-21
21 channels
21 x 22 x 0.8
# 9102-24
24 channels
24 x 22 x 0.8
Material Specifications:
Material
Silicone Rubber (LSR)
Specific Gravity:
1.09
Cytotoxicity:
Non-Toxic
Recommended Sterilization Procedure:
Material Specifications:
Ethylene Oxide
90% HCFC / 10% ETO mixture
Time
2 hr and 10 min
Max. Vacuum:
26.6 inches Hg@ 130 ° F
Pressure:
11 PSI
Aeration Time:
24 Hours @ 130 ° F
CAUTION: DO NOT AUTOCLAVE
   
24 Channel H.A.M. Applicator
(GammaMed 12i (t) / GammaMedplus)
"Direct connection - Applicator to Aftreloader"
Shown is a 24 channel H.A.M. Applicator with permanently embedded catheters; 130cm long. All channels are numbered for easy of identification and attachment to the appropriate channel on the afterloader's indexer.
Connecting Guide-Tube Support Bracket
Catalog #9102-UFA
The Connecting Guide-Tube Support Bracket serves as a stress relief on the embedded or sutured H.A.M. Applicator. Two parallel bars cushioned with soft rubber maintain the location and position of the Connecting Guide-Tube during HDR treatment. The two adjustable parallel bars are mounted to a shaft which attaches directly to the Martin Universal Clamp.
H.A.M. Applicators - Technical Specifications
ASYMETRICAL THICKNESS
SYMETRICAL THICKNESS
Overall Thickness
8mm
Overall Thickness
10mm
Overall Length
22cm
Overall Length
22cm
Width: 5mm add both sides
3-24 cm
Width: 5mm add both sides
3-24 cm
Top Layer
3mm
Top Layer
5mm
Bottom Layer
5mm
(source to skin distance)
Bottom Layer
5mm
(source to skin distance)
 
H.A.M. Applicators with permanently embedded catheters are provided with distally localizing markers. The localizing markers are threaded into the small plastic spheres at the base of the H.A.M. The markers identify distal source positioning while simultaneously allowing for minor length adjustment of the internal lumen of the catheters.
IORT / HDR H.A.M. Applicators
Catalog #9102
Name the HDR Unit, Size, Shape, Thickness and Number of Channels and We Will Make it!
H.A.M. 24 Channels GammaMed
(Eliminate SGT's)
Thickness
 8mm
Length
22cm
Number Channels
24
Width
24cm
Embedded Catheters
130cm
Radio-opaque End Markers
Labeled and Numbered Channels
The H.A.M. Applicator is provided with permanently embedded catheters compatible with GammaMed Clamping Adaptor
Part# 11-00370 (not included)
 
H.A.M. 24 Channels Universal - Slotted for Increased
Flexibility
Thickness
 8mm
Length
22cm
Number Channels
24 (open)
Width
24cm
Source/Skin Distance
5mm
No Radio-opaque End Markers
Labeled with date of fabrication
TheUniversal H.A.M. Applicator is provided with open channels allowing for the insertion of catheters of choice.
 
H.A.M. 7 Channels GammaMed - For Superficial
Applications
Thickness
 8mm
Length
 10cm/8cm
Number Channels
 7
Width
 7cm
Embedded Catheters
 257mm
Source/Skin Distance
 5mm
Radio-opaque End Markers
The H.A.M. Applicator is provided with permanently embedded catheters 257mm long.This Applicator requires the use of source-guide tubes (not included)
H.A.M. 9 Channels VariSource - Luer Lock
Connection
Thickness
 8mm
Length
 22cm
Number Channels
 9
Width
 9cm
Source/Skin Distance
 5mm
FlexiGuides
 17 Gauge
Luer Lock Connection
The H.A.M. Applicator is embedded with catheters and radio-opaque End Markers. LuerLocks are compatible with Alpha Omega part # NFV0001-001
 
H.A.M. 12 Channels VariSource
Thickness
 8mm
Length
22cm
Number Channels
12 (open)
Width
12cm
Source/Skin Distance
 5mm
No Radio-opaque End Markers
Labeled with date of fabrication
The H.A.M. Applicator is provided with open channels allowing for insertion of catheters of choice.
 
H.A.M. 6 Channels microSelection
Thickness
 8mm
Length
22cm
Number Channels
6
Width
6cm
Embedded Brain Needles
288mm
Source/Skin Distance
 5mm
Radio-opaque End Markers
The H.A.M. Applicator is embedded with Flex Brain Needles provided by Nucletron Part #083.562-03
 
H.A.M. 14 Channel - Universal - Slotted For Additional
Flexibility
This H.A.M. applicator is slit to provide more flexibility when wrapped around tight tubular areas. The slits are centered between channels.
All channels are open for insertion of catheters of choice compatible with appropriate remote afterloader.
The H.A.M. Applicator can be cut easily with scissors if tailoring is required.
 
H.A.M. 10 Channel GammaMed
(Uniform Thickness)
Thickness
10mm
Length
 10cm
Number Channels
10
Width
 10cm
Embedded Catheters
 130cm
Source/Skin Distance
 5mm/5mm
Radio-opaque End Markers
The H.A.M. Applicator is provided with permanently embedded catheters and radio-opaque markers.Catheters connect directly to GammaMed's Clamping Adaptors.
 
H.A.M. Applicators are compatible with today's remote afterloading systems and tailor-made
to suit most anatomical configurations. Tooling and set-up charges may apply.
For additional information call
TOLL FREE: 877-597-MRNI
 
Mick Radio-Nuclear Instruments, Inc.
Shipping and Receiving:
Peter A. Reed, Sales Representative
521 Homestead Ave.
Mount Vernon, NY 10550
Toll Free #: (877) 597-MRNI
Phone: (914) 667-3999
Fax: (914) 665-8834
Email:
518 S. Columbus Ave.
Mount Vernon, NY 10550
256 Randall Avenue
Freeport, New York 11520
Cell: (516) 972-2752
Fax: (516) 546-4753
E-mail: