This allows the scalp to be maintained at a constant temperature throughout the treatment period.
Paxman cold cap temperature.
Do not allow any liquids to be placed on the scalp cooler or near the touch screen controller including drips from the cooling caps.
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The scalp temperature is lowered by circulating a special coolant through the cold cap.
The cold cap lowers the temperature of the scalp resulting in chemo having a significantly reduced effect on the hair follicles.
Side effects of cold caps as stated on paxman scalp cooling.
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.
When the cap becomes warm it s replaced with another cooling cap to maintain the cold scalp temperature until treatment is finished.
Avoid use in ambient temperatures of over 30 c 86 f.
Chemotherapy cold cap.
Connect the cap to the system.
Knowing if cold capping is right for you is a decision only you can make and it isn t necessarily an easy one.
Cold urticaria an allergic reaction to cold temperature which results in welts on the skin.
This ensures the scalp is at the required temperature before chemotherapy is administered.
A soft lightweight silicone cap is placed on the patient s head and is connected to a small compact refrigeration system.
Ensure the headband is in place too.
Alternatively the cap can be placed in the cover and then fit to the head.
We would always recommend giving the cold cap a try you have a lot to lose and potentially a lot to retain.
Pre cooling of the scalp takes 30 minutes prior to commencement of drug infusion.
Such as dignicap and paxman allow more control.
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Paxman has been pioneering scalp cooling technology for over a quarter of a century.