A pioneering scalp cooler which provides cancer patients with the best possible chance of retaining their hair whilst undergoing chemotherapy treatment will be unveiled at Hospitalar 2010 - the largest medical trade fair in Latin America.
The loss of hair during cancer treatments is a traumatic and psychologically devastating side effect and a constant reminder of the disease. UK based company Paxman Coolers have therefore designed a scalp cooler that reduces hair loss and minimise this distress to patients, with figures showing that on average 70-90% of patients who use the system do not require a wig.
This award winning technology is made from lightweight, silicone tubing and the cooling cap is soft and flexible, creating a snug yet comfortable cap during treatment.
Moulding to all head shapes and sizes, the specially developed liquid coolant passes through the cap extracting heat from the patient's scalp, ensuring the scalp remains at an even, constant temperature; minimising hair loss.
The caps are worn 30 minutes before the start of chemotherapy, during the treatment itself and for a period of time after infusion of the chemotherapy depending on the toxicity of the drugs.
With straightforward programming and controls, including recommended cooling time guides, the new generation cooling cap system is not only effective, but uncomplicated.
The cap is connected to a cutting edge and easy to use refrigeration system which uses simple switch operation, making it easy for both the patient and staff to operate.
The technology is fast gaining a worldwide reputation for innovation and the PSC1 model will be showcased for the first time in Latin America at Hospitalar 2010.
As well as raising the profile of this type of pioneering technology, Paxman Coolers will be using the exhibition to look for new business partners across the region.
Operations Director Richard Paxman, said: “Latin America is a target market for us and we are eager to look for partners in this region. The exhibition will allow us to platform our products on an international stage and establish links with potential business partners, enabling us to expand on our already buoyant overseas market.”
Leaflets will also be available for the new NPAX2 – the dual cooling cap patient system from Paxman, which allows two patients to be treated simultaneously from one system and features an up-to-the-minute touch screen display.
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Hospitalar is taking place on 25 – 28th May 2010 in São Paulo, Brazil and throughout the show Paxman Coolers will be located on the UK Pavilion in Green Hall.