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Elasto-Gel Cranial Hypothermia Cap
Numerous clinical tests demonstrate that hypothermia of the epicranium reduces the occurrence of alopecia as a result of chemotherapy. The psychological and social impact of hair loss can be quite dramatic and in the interest of the patient every effort should be made to alleviate or eliminate altogether this unpleasant side-effect of chemotherapy.It has happened more than once that a patient has rejected treatment because of this undesirable effect which for many patients ranks before nausea and vomiting in terms of factors that aggravate their treatment. The Elasto-Gel hypothermia cap creates a vasoconstriction at the hair follicle level over the entire scalp starting from the hairline base at the neck.The vasoconstriction and the resulting lower metabolic rate restrict the blood flow and penetration of the cytotoxics to the hair follicle cells preserving the hair. The Elasto-Gel cold cap is generally well tolerated even during cures lasting several hours (maximum tested: infusion of three hours).Headaches may occur during the first minutes of wearing the cap but it gradually subsides and patients report no discomfort in most cases. The ChemoCap is completely safe and easy to use. The ChemoCap is made of a glycerine-based hydrogel which maintains its suppleness even when deep-frozen. The cover material is a waterproof stretchable fabric. The chin-strap assures proper contact with the scalp.Directions For Use Keep the cap in a plastic bag in a deep-freezer at -25 to -30 degrees Celsius for 12 hours.Before placing the cap on the head:Moisten a disposable non-woven bonnet with cold water and put it on the scalp to improve thermal conductivity and to induce an initial temperature dropProtect exposed skin on the forehead and the ears from frostbite using cotton wool or another suitable materialFit the cap snugly over the patient's head and maintain in place as follows:With the FEC protocol:The anthracyclines (50mg/m2) are injected IVD 15 minutes after positioning of the cap and the cap is left in place for a total duration of 1 hour.With Taxol protocol: The infusion is started 15 minutes after positioning the cap. Since the Taxol infusion lasts for 3 hours five caps will be used (1 cap every 45 minutes).With Taxotere protocol: The infusion is started 15 minutes after positioning the cap. Since the Taxotere infusion lasts 1 hour two caps will be used (1 every 45 minutes)Leave the cap in place at least 15 minutes after ending the infusions.Important Notes Cap changes must be effected as quickly as possible to avoid a vasodilatation reflex.The cap must be worn for every therapy session; an interruption will compromise its efficiency.Assure close contact with the scalp at all times use extra bandages if necessary.After use allow the cap to dry before replacing it in the freezer.Avoid flat storage; use the insert provided to maintain the shape!Cleaning instructions: Wipe surface with soap and water rinse and dry. Never soak the cap in water.