Minerva Health offers core breast biopsy systems, wire and coil localization devices, and post‑biopsy care solutions to support accurate, image‑guided soft‑tissue breast procedures from diagnosis through surgery.
These devices help breast radiologists, surgeons, and imaging centers perform precise sampling and preoperative localization of nonpalpable breast lesions while maintaining efficient workflow and patient comfort.
Breast Biopsy Devices
Image‑guided breast biopsy devices in the Quick‑Core portfolio provide automated and semi‑automatic options with coaxial access to obtain high‑quality tissue samples through minimally invasive procedures.
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Quick‑Core Auto Coaxial Biopsy Needle Set
Automatic breast biopsy device with a coaxial introducer that lets you take multiple soft‑tissue core samples through a single access site, helping reduce patient trauma and procedure time.
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Quick‑Core Biopsy Needle
Semi‑automatic core biopsy needle for image‑guided soft‑tissue breast biopsies, designed for one‑handed operation and consistent core sample quality.
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Quick‑Core Coaxial Biopsy Needle Set
Coaxial breast biopsy needle set that supports multiple passes through a single access tract with EchoTip and etched surfaces to improve ultrasound visibility during targeting.
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Quick‑Core Auto Biopsy Needle
Standalone automatic core biopsy device with programmable Automatic, Delay, and Zero Throw modes, giving you control over firing behavior for precise soft‑tissue breast biopsies.
Key Technical Details (Biopsy Devices)
| Available gauges | Typical configurations include 12G, 14G, 16G, 18G, and 20G, depending on the specific Quick‑Core device and set. |
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| Throw / notch | Common throw length approximately 25 mm with a 20 mm sample notch on automatic devices. |
| Firing modes | Automatic, Delay, and Zero Throw modes on Quick‑Core Auto devices to balance precision, safety, and speed. |
| Coaxial features | Single‑access multiple biopsy capability, EchoTip needle surfaces, etched cutting cannula tips, and increment markings for depth control. |
| Use and sterility | Supplied sterile in peel‑open packaging; intended for single‑patient use only. |
Breast Lesion Localization Devices
Breast lesion localization devices in this portfolio support precise preoperative marking of nonpalpable lesions using ultrasound‑visible needles, wires, and coils tailored to different tissue types and surgeon preferences.
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X‑Reidy Breast Lesion Localization Needle
X‑shaped hook wire breast lesion localization device with secure fixation and EchoTip needle options to improve ultrasound visibility during placement.
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Kopans Modified Breast Lesion Localization Needle
Spring‑hook wire localization needle for preoperative marking of nonpalpable breast lesions, designed to provide tactile feedback and stable positioning during lumpectomy.
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Müller‑Schimpfle MMS Echotip Breast Localization Coil
Ultrasound‑visible breast localization coil that offers a stable marker for targeted lesions, supporting surgery and follow‑up imaging in breast conservation procedures.
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Jabczenski Ductogram Cannula
Ductogram cannula used in galactography to opacify and localize intraductal breast lesions prior to surgical intervention.
Key Technical Details (Localization Devices)
| Localization designs | X‑shaped hooks, spring‑hook wires, and MMS coils for secure fixation and clear intraoperative identification. |
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| Visualization | EchoTip needles and etched surfaces to enhance ultrasound visibility; some devices are MR conditional as specified in their labeling. |
| Depth guidance | Increment markings and reference burnish marks on cannulas and needles for accurate depth control during placement. |
| Use and sterility | Supplied sterile, single‑use devices for preoperative localization of nonpalpable breast lesions. |
Post‑Biopsy Care
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ColdCare – Post‑breast Biopsy
Post‑procedure care solution intended to support comfort and recovery for patients following percutaneous breast biopsy.
Clinical Applications
This portfolio supports image‑guided breast biopsy and preoperative localization workflows in breast imaging centers, hospitals, and ambulatory surgery environments.
Typical use cases include sampling suspicious breast lesions, marking nonpalpable lesions for lumpectomy, localizing intraductal pathology, and managing patient comfort after percutaneous soft‑tissue breast biopsy.
FAQs
Who are these breast biopsy and localization devices for?
These devices are for clinicians trained in diagnostic and interventional breast procedures, including breast radiologists, breast surgeons, and interventional specialists in imaging centers and hospitals.
Which imaging modalities are supported?
The devices are designed for image‑guided breast procedures; EchoTip and etched surfaces improve visibility under ultrasound, and some localization systems are MR conditional as indicated in their instructions for use.
How do I choose between X‑Reidy, Kopans, and MMS coil localization?
Selection depends on lesion location, breast tissue characteristics, imaging modality, and surgeon preference, with X‑shaped hooks, spring‑hook wires, and coils each offering distinct fixation and handling profiles.
Ordering & Support
Multiple gauges and lengths are available across the Quick‑Core biopsy and localization portfolio so you can match device choice to lesion depth, breast size, and imaging modality.
For detailed ordering information, IFUs, and technical datasheets, visit each product page or contact Minerva Health for assistance with product selection and inventory planning.
