RF Ablation Case Study
Project: Incorporate ultrasound imaging into an existing RF uterine fibroid ablation system.
Challenge:
Combine RF ablation, intra-operative ultrasound, and EM navigation into a single system at a challenging price point.
Device required careful component selection to achieve COGS target
Legacy regulatory approvals created specific performance and design constraints
Combining RF and EM navigation design elements in a small enclosure involved noise challenges
Answer:
Use specific expertise and relevant experience for the optimal mix of novel technology and applied learnings.
Leverages existing RF and EM navigation design elements for speed and efficiency
Utilized specialized RF-specific supply chain for cost leverage
Combining multiple technologies into the device increased overall system complexity while the user experience was simplified