The team consisted of Dr. Raghavendra Bhalerao, Dr. Krupa Shah from IITRAM, and Dr. Abhijeet Salunke, Orthopedic Oncosurgon, Gujarat Cancer and Research Institute)
Powered bone biopsy devices used in India are mostly imported. They lack a control mechanism and even though powered electrically are manual for progression in bone direction, thus their results depend on the surgeon’s expertise. In the present invention, our team has modified the conventionally powered biopsy device with additional safety features and a control mechanism. Bones whose biopsy has to be done are already fragile and are at high risk of fracture, which increases the complexity of treatment. If the biopsy is not done properly it may lead to fracture while using the currently available device. Further, the bone biopsy device lacks control when the device needle pierces the bone through various bone regions, accidentally it may pass through the bone and reach the opposite side which may damage nerves and other vital parts.
