In this work, we present a novel low profile and active biopsy needle for MRI guided prostate interventions. We show that using conductive ink printed non-planar RF antenna components does not compromise overall device profile while maintaining required mechanical properties for clinical grade devices. We confirmed that the biopsy needle design is conspicious under MRI while maintaining RF induced heating below the allowed limits. This work demonstrates the feasibility of developing ultra low profile active interventional devices and potentially enables physicians to perform MRI guided prostate interventions.
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