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Mammotome Introduces In-Room MR-Guided Vacuum-Assisted Breast Biopsy System

Key Takeaways

  • Mammotome launches Prime MR, first in-room MRI-guided vacuum-assisted breast biopsy system.
  • Integrated MRI suite workflow reduces patient transfers and streamlines biopsy procedures.
  • Enhanced 8-gauge needle and stronger vacuum improve tissue sampling precision and efficiency.

Mammotome, a breast cancer treatment company, has launched the Mammotome Prime MR system, described as the first in-room MR vacuum-assisted breast biopsy system, designed to allow clinicians to perform MRI-guided biopsies within the MRI suite. The system enables tissue sampling without requiring patients to be moved to a separate procedure area, aiming to streamline workflow and reduce procedure time. The Mammotome Prime MR system enables a stronger vacuum with larger tissue samples and an 8-gauge needle.  

MRI-guided breast biopsy is typically used when lesions are visible only through magnetic resonance imaging. Traditional setups often require additional equipment positioning or patient transfer, which can add complexity to procedures. Advances in vacuum-assisted biopsy systems have focused on improving precision and efficiency while minimizing patient discomfort.
By integrating vacuum-assisted biopsy capabilities directly into the MRI environment, Mammotome is targeting workflow optimization in breast imaging centers. For radiology departments, the development reflects ongoing efforts to improve procedural efficiency and diagnostic accuracy as imaging volumes and demand for minimally invasive interventions continue to grow.

Posted by MedCloudInsider Editors on 02/24/2026