This allows the scalp to be maintained at a constant temperature throughout the treatment period.
Paxman cold cap temperature.
Chemotherapy cold cap.
Ensure the headband is in place too.
The cold cap lowers the temperature of the scalp resulting in chemo having a significantly reduced effect on the hair follicles.
Alternatively the cap can be placed in the cover and then fit to the head.
A soft lightweight silicone cap is placed on the patient s head and is connected to a small compact refrigeration system.
Knowing if cold capping is right for you is a decision only you can make and it isn t necessarily an easy one.
Pre cooling of the scalp takes 30 minutes prior to commencement of drug infusion.
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Connect the cap to the system.
The paxman scalp cooler should only be used by appropriately qualified healthcare professionals who have been trained in the operation of the device.
There is a risk that scalp cooling could elicit a severe anaphylactic reaction which can be life threatening.
Paxman has been pioneering scalp cooling technology for over a quarter of a century.
Such as dignicap and paxman allow more control.
Do not allow any liquids to be placed on the scalp cooler or near the touch screen controller including drips from the cooling caps.
This ensures the scalp is at the required temperature before chemotherapy is administered.
When the cap becomes warm it s replaced with another cooling cap to maintain the cold scalp temperature until treatment is finished.
Refrigeration unit 79 4 lbs 36 kg caps between 28 oz 795 g and 31 7 oz 900 g includes coolant and cover.
We are proud to have launched the only patient dedicated guide to scalp cooling available alongside a resourceful blog solely around haircare while scalp cooling and have refreshed our company website to tailor for clinical needs and business information.
How does the paxman system work.
We would always recommend giving the cold cap a try you have a lot to lose and potentially a lot to retain.
Be positive but realistic.
The scalp temperature is lowered by circulating a special coolant through the cold cap.
Our clinically proven cold cap system has helped over 100 000 cancer patients in more than 25 countries worldwide to retain their hair during chemotherapy.
Cold urticaria an allergic reaction to cold temperature which results in welts on the skin.