摘要 |
<p>The present invention relates to cryogenic therapeutic treatments and, in particular provides a mechanism and device to facilitate in the application of cryogenic fluids for use in therapeutic treatments. The invention provides an apparatus for the treatment of epidermal lesions by cryogenic substances or fluids, the apparatus comprising a generally planar plastics element 12 having a number of frusto-conical elements 14,16,18, the edges of each frusto-conical element defining lips which are operable to be placed against an epidermis whereby cryogenic fluids may be contained within the frusto-conical element. The apparatus has a handle arrangement 15 with a pair of opposing arms 52, 54 that engage edges of the planar plastic element 12. A shroud or shield element 58 may be incorporated into the handle arrangement.</p> |