Hologic Affirm User manual

User Guide
MAN-06411-002 Revision 003

Affirm®
Breast Biopsy Guidance System
User Guide
For Software Versions 1.11 and 2.2
Part Number MAN-06411-002
Revision 003
July 2021

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Table of Contents
List of Figures _________________________________________________________________ ix
List of Tables __________________________________________________________________ xi
1: Introduction __________________________________________________________________1
1.1 Intended Use............................................................................................................................................................1
1.2 User Profiles.............................................................................................................................................................1
1.2.1 Mammography Technologist.................................................................................................................. 1
1.2.2 Radiologists, Surgeons.............................................................................................................................1
1.2.3 Medical Physicist......................................................................................................................................2
1.3 Training Requirements........................................................................................................................................... 2
1.4 Quality Control Requirements..............................................................................................................................2
1.5Where to Find Technical Description Information.............................................................................................2
1.6 Warranty Statement................................................................................................................................................3
1.7 Technical Support ...................................................................................................................................................3
1.8 Product Complaints................................................................................................................................................ 3
1.9 Hologic Cybersecurity Statement .........................................................................................................................3
1.10 Symbols .................................................................................................................................................................... 4
1.11 Descriptions of Warnings, Cautions, and Notes ................................................................................................5
2: General Information___________________________________________________________7
2.1 System Overview ....................................................................................................................................................7
2.2 How to Handle the Biopsy Guidance Module.................................................................................................... 8
2.3 Safety Information ..................................................................................................................................................9
2.4 Warnings and Precautions..................................................................................................................................... 9
2.5 Compliance............................................................................................................................................................ 10
2.5.1 Compliance Requirements .................................................................................................................... 10
2.6 Label Locations .....................................................................................................................................................11
3: Installation, Verification, and Removal _________________________________________13
3.1 Biopsy Guidance Module Components............................................................................................................. 13
3.2 Biopsy Control Module Components ................................................................................................................ 15
3.3 Installation of the Main Components.................................................................................................................16
3.3.1 Attach the Biopsy Guidance Module...................................................................................................16
3.3.2 Attach the Biopsy Control Module ......................................................................................................17
3.4 Installation and Removal of Accessories ...........................................................................................................18
3.4.1 Biopsy Compression Paddles................................................................................................................18
3.4.2 Needle Guide ..........................................................................................................................................18
3.4.3 Biopsy Device Adapter ..........................................................................................................................20
3.4.4 Biopsy Device.......................................................................................................................................... 20
3.4.5 Lateral Arm and Lateral Arm Accessories.......................................................................................... 21

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3.5 System Verifications .............................................................................................................................................36
3.5.1 Confirm the Host Connection ...............................................................................................................36
3.6 Removal of the Main Components.....................................................................................................................37
3.6.1 Biopsy Control Module..........................................................................................................................37
3.6.2 Biopsy Guidance Module ......................................................................................................................37
3.7 Tabletop Stand for the Affirm System ...............................................................................................................38
3.8 Storage Case for the Lateral Arm........................................................................................................................39
4: User Interface - Biopsy Control Module ________________________________________41
4.1 Biopsy Control Module Screens..........................................................................................................................41
4.1.1 Home Screen............................................................................................................................................41
4.1.2 Target Guidance Screen .........................................................................................................................42
4.1.3 Jog Mode Screen......................................................................................................................................46
4.1.4 Select Target Screen................................................................................................................................48
5: Biopsy ______________________________________________________________________51
5.1 Biopsy Views .........................................................................................................................................................51
5.1.1 Add a Biopsy View.................................................................................................................................52
5.1.2 Edit a Biopsy View .................................................................................................................................54
5.2 C-Arm Stereo Modes ............................................................................................................................................55
5.2.1 C-Arm Rotation in the C-Arm Stereo Modes......................................................................................55
5.2.2 How to Select the C-Arm Stereo Mode for Image Acquisition ........................................................57
5.3 Biopsy Tab..............................................................................................................................................................58
5.3.1 Biopsy Options........................................................................................................................................59
5.4 Stereotactic 2D Lesion Targeting ........................................................................................................................62
5.4.1 Verify the Position of the Biopsy Device .............................................................................................63
5.5 Lesion Targeting with Tomosynthesis Guidance .............................................................................................64
5.5.1 Verify the Position of the Biopsy Device .............................................................................................65
5.5.2 Project Targets on Post-Fire Scout Image ............................................................................................65
5.6 Lesion Targeting Using Multi-Pass ....................................................................................................................66
5.7 Post Biopsy.............................................................................................................................................................70
5.8 Printing Stereo Pair Images .................................................................................................................................70
6: Quality Control ______________________________________________________________71
6.1 Required Quality Control Procedures ...............................................................................................................71
6.2 QAS Test.................................................................................................................................................................71
6.2.1 QAS Test for Standard Needle Approach...........................................................................................72
6.2.2 QAS Test for Lateral Needle Approach...............................................................................................75
6.3 Geometry Calibration...........................................................................................................................................78
6.3.1 Geometry Calibration Procedure..........................................................................................................78
7: Care and Cleaning____________________________________________________________79
7.1 General Information .............................................................................................................................................79
7.2 Preventive Maintenance Schedule......................................................................................................................79
7.3 Service Preventive Maintenance Schedule ........................................................................................................81

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7.4 For General Cleaning ...........................................................................................................................................82
7.4.1 How to Clean the Biopsy Control Module Screen............................................................................. 82
7.4.2 To Prevent Possible Injury or Equipment Damage............................................................................83
Appendix A: System Specifications ______________________________________________85
A.1 Affirm System Measurements............................................................................................................................. 85
A.2Lateral Arm Measurements................................................................................................................................. 86
A.3 Biopsy Guidance Module ....................................................................................................................................87
A.4 Lateral Arm............................................................................................................................................................ 87
A.5 Biopsy Control Module........................................................................................................................................87
Appendix B: System Messages and Alerts_________________________________________89
B.1 Audible Alerts .......................................................................................................................................................89
B.2 Error Messages......................................................................................................................................................89
B.3 Acquisition Workstation Messages ....................................................................................................................91
Appendix C: CNR Correction for Biopsy __________________________________________93
C.1 CNR Correction for Stereotactic 2D Biopsy ...................................................................................................... 93
C.1.1 AEC Table 0 (Standard Stereotactic 2D Biopsy Dose) .......................................................................93
C.2 CNR Correction for Biopsy Under Tomosynthesis Option ............................................................................93
C.2.1 AEC Table 0 (Tomosynthesis Option: Standard Tomo Dose) ..........................................................93
Appendix D: Forms_____________________________________________________________95
D.1 QAS Test Checklist ............................................................................................................................................... 95
D.2 QAS Test Checklist for the Lateral Arm ............................................................................................................ 96
Appendix E: Ancillary Parts for Biopsy ___________________________________________97
E.1 Hologic Factory-Verified Biopsy Devices.......................................................................................................... 97
E.2 Wire Localization Needle Guides....................................................................................................................... 98
Glossary of Terms______________________________________________________________99
Index ________________________________________________________________________101

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List of Figures
Figure 1: Affirm Biopsy System on the Selenia Dimensions Mammography System .............................................7
Figure 2: How to Lift the Biopsy Guidance Module.....................................................................................................8
Figure 3: How to Store the Biopsy Guidance Module ..................................................................................................8
Figure 4: Biopsy Guidance Module Label Location....................................................................................................11
Figure 5: Lateral Arm Serial Number Label Location.................................................................................................11
Figure 6: Biopsy Guidance Module...............................................................................................................................13
Figure 7: Biopsy Control Module ..................................................................................................................................15
Figure 8: Installation of the Biopsy Guidance Module...............................................................................................16
Figure 9: Attachment of the Biopsy Control Module..................................................................................................17
Figure 10: Installation of the Needle Guide Holder on the Standard Device Mount.............................................19
Figure 11: Installation of the Needle Guide on the Standard Needle Guide Holder .............................................19
Figure 12: Attaching a Biopsy Device Adapter to the Device Mount (Standard)...................................................20
Figure 13: Lateral Arm Components.............................................................................................................................21
Figure 14: Left Needle Approach of Lateral Arm (Blue)............................................................................................23
Figure 15: Right Needle Approach of Lateral Arm (Yellow).....................................................................................23
Figure 16: Installing the Lateral Arm Stand over the Image Receptor .....................................................................24
Figure 17: Removing the Needle Guide Holder from the Standard Device Mount...............................................25
Figure 18: Installing the Lateral Arm on the Device Mount ......................................................................................26
Figure 19: Selection Screen for the Lateral Arm Mounting Side ...............................................................................27
Figure 20: Attaching the Blue Needle Guide Holder to the Needle Guide Rods (Left Needle Approach).........28
Figure 21: Attaching the Yellow Needle Guide Holder to the Needle Guide Rods (Right Needle Approach)..28
Figure 22: Installing a Disposable Needle Guide on a Needle Guide Holder (Lateral Arm)................................29
Figure 23: Carriage Lever Locked and Unlocked Positions.......................................................................................30
Figure 24: Locked and Unlocked Positions of Device Mount Lever.........................................................................30
Figure 25: Installing Device Mount onto Lateral Arm Carriage ...............................................................................31
Figure 26: Attaching the Biopsy Device Adapter to the Device Mount (Lateral Arm)..........................................32
Figure 27: Lock Levers in Fully Locked Position.........................................................................................................33
Figure 28: Scales and Positioning for the X-Stop and Carriage .................................................................................34
Figure 29: Installing the X-Stop on the Lateral Arm ...................................................................................................35
Figure 30: Home Screen on the Biopsy Control Module............................................................................................36
Figure 31: Affirm System Tabletop Stand ....................................................................................................................38
Figure 32: Lateral Arm and Storage Case.....................................................................................................................39
Figure 33: Home Screen ..................................................................................................................................................41
Figure 34: Target Guidance Screen................................................................................................................................42
Figure 35: Target Guidance Screen for Lateral Arm ...................................................................................................43
Figure 36: Green Differential Cells ................................................................................................................................44
Figure 37: Yellow and Red Cells....................................................................................................................................44
Figure 38: Alert Sounds Are Audible............................................................................................................................45
Figure 39: Alert Sounds Are Muted ..............................................................................................................................45
Figure 40: Jog Mode Screen............................................................................................................................................46
Figure 41: Jog Mode Screen for Lateral Arm................................................................................................................47
Figure 42: Select Target Screen.......................................................................................................................................48

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Figure 43: Select Target Screen for Lateral Arm ..........................................................................................................49
Figure 44: Biopsy Tab in the Add View Screen ...........................................................................................................52
Figure 45: Stereo (-) and Stereo (+) View Modifiers ....................................................................................................53
Figure 46: Edit (Biopsy) View Screen............................................................................................................................54
Figure 47: Stereo Mode....................................................................................................................................................56
Figure 48: C-arm Mode ...................................................................................................................................................56
Figure 49: System Status Icon.........................................................................................................................................57
Figure 50: System Status Menu......................................................................................................................................57
Figure 51: System Defaults Screen.................................................................................................................................57
Figure 52: The Biopsy Tab ..............................................................................................................................................58
Figure 53: Function Buttons and Data on the Biopsy Tab (Standard Needle Approach) ......................................59
Figure 54: Function Buttons and Data on the Biopsy Tab (Lateral Needle Approach)..........................................59
Figure 55: Multi-Pass Options........................................................................................................................................66
Figure 56: Four Offset Target Points Established Around Center Target Point......................................................67
Figure 57: 3 mm Spacing of Offset Points.....................................................................................................................67
Figure 58: 5 mm Spacing of Offset Points.....................................................................................................................67
Figure 59: Single Point Target Selected.........................................................................................................................68
Figure 60: Single Point Target Deselected ....................................................................................................................68
Figure 61: Multi-Pass Target Selected ...........................................................................................................................68
Figure 62: Multi-Pass Target Deselected.......................................................................................................................68
Figure 63: Biopsy Order of Target Sets .........................................................................................................................69
Figure 64: Biopsy Order of a Three Offset Target........................................................................................................69
Figure 65: Biopsy Order of a Four Offset Target .........................................................................................................69
Figure 66: Biopsy Order of a Five Offset Target ..........................................................................................................69
Figure 67: Stereo Pair Print Screen ................................................................................................................................70
Figure 68: QAS Button on the Admin Screen...............................................................................................................72
Figure 69: QAS Test Info Dialog Box.............................................................................................................................73
Figure 70: Device Field in the Biopsy Tab ....................................................................................................................73
Figure 71: Lateral QAS Button on the Admin Screen .................................................................................................75
Figure 72: Lateral QAS Test Info Dialog Box ...............................................................................................................76
Figure 73: Device Field in the Biopsy Tab ....................................................................................................................76
Figure 74: Affirm Biopsy Guidance Module................................................................................................................85
Figure 75: Lateral Arm ....................................................................................................................................................86

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List of Tables
Table 1: Components of the Biopsy Guidance Module ..............................................................................................14
Table 2: Components of the Biopsy Control Module..................................................................................................15
Table 3: Components of the Lateral Arm .....................................................................................................................22
Table 4: How to Use the Sound Button ........................................................................................................................45
Table 5: The C-arm Stereo Mode Button ......................................................................................................................56
Table 6: How to Select the C-Arm Stereo Mode ..........................................................................................................57
Table 7: Required Procedures ........................................................................................................................................71
Table 8: Radiologic Technologist Preventive Maintenance Schedule.......................................................................79
Table 9: Radiologic Technologist Preventive Maintenance Schedule.......................................................................80
Table 10: Service Engineer Preventive Maintenance Schedule .................................................................................81
Table 11: Affirm System Audible Alerts.......................................................................................................................89
Table 12: Affirm System Error Messages......................................................................................................................89
Table 13: Acquisition Workstation Messages ..............................................................................................................91
Table 14: Hologic Factory-Verified Biopsy Devices...................................................................................................97
Table 15: Wire Localization (Loc) Needle Guides ......................................................................................................98

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Chapter 1: Introduction
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1: Introduction
Read all this information carefully before operating the system. Follow all warnings and
precautions as stated in this manual. Keep this manual available during procedures.
Physicians should tell patients about all potential risks and adverse events described in
this manual with respect to the operation of the system.
Note
Hologic configures some systems to meet specific requirements. Your system
configuration may not have all the options and accessories included in this manual.
1.1 Intended Use
Caution: United States federal law restricts this device to sale by or on the order of a
physician.
The Affirm®breast biopsy guidance system is an optional accessory for the Selenia®
Dimensions®and 3Dimensions™ digital mammography and digital tomosynthesis
systems. Its function is to localize lesions accurately in the breast in three dimensions. It
is intended to provide targeting guidance for interventional procedures such as biopsy,
presurgical localization, or treatment devices.
1.2 User Profiles
1.2.1 Mammography Technologist
• Meets all requirements that apply to the location in which the Mammography
Technologist operates.
• Completed training on the mammography system.
• Has training in mammography positions.
• Understands stereotactic breast biopsy procedures.
• Understands how to operate a computer and its peripherals.
• Can lift 20 pounds to shoulder height with two hands (necessary for upright
stereotactic systems).
• Understands sterile procedures.
1.2.2 Radiologists, Surgeons
• Meets all requirements that apply to the location in which the Physician operates.
• Understands stereotactic breast biopsy procedures.
• Understands how to operate a computer and its peripherals.
• Understands sterile procedures.
• Gives local anesthesia.
• Understands basic surgical procedures for core biopsy.
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1.2.3 Medical Physicist
• Meets all requirements that apply to the location in which the Medical Physicist
operates.
• Understands mammography.
• Has experience with digital imaging.
• Understands how to operate a computer and its peripherals.
1.3 Training Requirements
In the United States, users must be Registered Radiologic Technologists meeting criteria
to perform mammography. The mammography users must meet all applicable MQSA
personnel requirements under FDA guidelines for conventional and digital
mammography.
The user has options available for training, which include but are not limited to:
• Onsite applications training by a Hologic Clinical Services Specialist
• Onsite on the job training also known as peer training
Additionally, the user manual is a guide for directions on how to use the system.
All users must make sure that they receive training on correct operation of the system
before use on patients.
Hologic does not accept the responsibility for injury or damage from incorrect system
operation.
1.4 Quality Control Requirements
Perform all Quality Control tests within the correct time frame.
1.5 Where to Find Technical Description Information
Technical description information is available in the Service Manual.

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1.6 Warranty Statement
Except as otherwise expressly stated in the Agreement: i) Equipment manufactured by
Hologic is warranted to the original Customer to perform substantially in accordance
with published product specifications for one (1) year starting from the date of shipment,
or if Installation is required, from the date of Installation (“Warranty Period”); ii) digital
imaging mammography x-ray tubes are warranted for twenty-four (24) months, during
which the x-ray tubes are fully warranted for the first twelve (12) months and are
warranted on a straight-line prorated basis during months 13-24; iii) replacement parts
and remanufactured items are warranted for the remainder of the Warranty Period or
ninety (90) days from shipment, whichever is longer; iv) consumable Supplies are
warranted to conform to published specifications for a period ending on the expiration
date shown on their respective packages; v) licensed Software is warranted to operate in
accordance with published specifications; vi) Services are warranted to be supplied in a
workman-like manner; vii) non-Hologic Manufactured Equipment is warranted through
its manufacturer and such manufacturer’s warranties shall extend to Hologic’s
customers, to the extent permitted by the manufacturer of such non-Hologic
Manufactured Equipment. Hologic does not warrant that use of Products will be
uninterrupted or error-free, or that Products will operate with non-Hologic authorized
third-party products. These warranties do not apply to any item that is: (a) repaired,
moved, or altered other than by Hologic authorized service personnel; (b) subjected to
physical (including thermal or electrical) abuse, stress, or misuse; (c) stored, maintained,
or operated in any manner inconsistent with applicable Hologic specifications or
instructions, including Customer’s refusal to allow Hologic recommended Software
upgrades; or (d) designated as supplied subject to a non-Hologic warranty or on a pre-
release or “as-is” basis.
1.7 Technical Support
Refer to the copyright page of this manual for contact information for product support.
1.8 Product Complaints
Report any complaints or problems in the quality, reliability, safety, or performance of
this product to Hologic. If the device has caused or added to patient injury, immediately
report the incident to Hologic. (Refer to the copyright page for contact information.)
1.9 Hologic Cybersecurity Statement
Hologic continuously tests the current state of computer and network security to
examine possible security problems. When necessary, Hologic provides the updates to
the product.
For Cybersecurity Best Practices documents for Hologic products, refer to the Hologic
Internet site at www.Hologic.com.

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1.10 Symbols
This section describes the Symbols on this system.
Potential Equalization terminal
Protective Earth terminal
"On" and "Off" (power) for the computer and display.
Discard electrical and electronic equipment separately from standard waste.
Send decommissioned material to Hologic or contact your service
representative.
Manufacturer
Date of Manufacture
Catalog number
Serial number
Caution
Follow operating instructions

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1.11 Descriptions of Warnings, Cautions, and Notes
Descriptions of Warnings, Cautions, and Notes used in this manual:
WARNING!
The procedures that you must follow accurately to prevent possible
dangerous or fatal injury.
Warning:
The procedures that you must follow accurately to prevent injury.
Caution:
The procedures that you must follow accurately to prevent damage to equipment,
loss of data, or damage to files in software applications.
Note
Notes show additional information.

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2: General Information
2.1 System Overview
The Affirm breast biopsy guidance system attaches to the C-arm of the Selenia
Dimensions system or the 3Dimensions system. The Affirm biopsy system has two main
components:
• Biopsy Guidance Module
• Biopsy Control Module
A compatible biopsy device attaches to the biopsy guidance module device mount.
During a standard needle approach procedure, motors in the Affirm system move the
biopsy device in X and Y directions. Z-axis movement is manual. The optional Affirm
Lateral Arm Upright Biopsy Accessory installs on the biopsy guidance module to enable
lateral needle approach procedures. When using the lateral arm accessory, X-, Y-, and Z-
axis movement is the same as for standard needle approach. The C-arm is positioned at
0° and the biopsy device is positioned the same way as in a standard needle approach.
Then the needle is manually advanced into the breast along its own X-axis, referred to as
“Lat X.”
The Tube Arm on the Selenia Dimensions and 3Dimensions systems moves separately
from the Compression Arm to permit the acquisition of 2D and tomosynthesis images for
targeting. The types of images you can acquire are contingent on your imaging system
licensing. Refer to the imaging system User Guide for complete information about that
system. The types of biopsies you can perform are contingent on your Affirm system
licensing. To see all your installed licenses, go to Licensing in System Tools.
Figure 1: Affirm Biopsy System on the Selenia Dimensions Mammography System
Figure Legend
1. Biopsy Guidance
Module
2. Biopsy Control
Module
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2.2 How to Handle the Biopsy Guidance Module
Caution:
To prevent damage or alignment problems with the Needle Guidance Stage, be
careful when you move the Biopsy Guidance Module.
Caution:
The Affirm Biopsy Guidance Module weighs 15 pounds. When you move it, be sure
to have a secure grip on the handles.
Only lift the Biopsy Guidance Module with the handles.
Figure 2: How to Lift the Biopsy Guidance Module
When the Biopsy Guidance Module is not in use, put the device on its back.
Figure 3: How to Store the Biopsy Guidance Module