IceCure sees Brazil adoption rise after FDA clearance
IceCure Medical Ltd. is experiencing increased commercial adoption of its ProSense system in Brazil, driven by a recent FDA clearance for breast cancer. The company announced that independent studies involving 1,650 patients are underway or planned in Brazil and France to validate the technology.

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IceCure Medical Ltd. reported growing commercial adoption of its ProSense cryoablation system in Brazil following a recent U.S. FDA marketing authorization for early-stage, low-risk breast cancer. The company highlighted this expansion at the SOBRICE Onco 2026 congress, noting that the FDA clearance has significantly boosted awareness among Brazilian physicians and institutions. IceCure CEO Eyal Shamir stated that commercial procedures are already being performed for breast, lung, kidney cancer, and musculoskeletal tumors in the country.
The ProSense system holds Agência Nacional de Vigilância Sanitária (ANVISA) regulatory approval in Brazil. IceCure believes the U.S. FDA authorization has provided a tailwind for market penetration in Brazil's interventional oncology sector. The company is working with KTR Medical, its exclusive distributor in Brazil, to expand access to the technology through clinical education and strategic partnerships.
Clinical validation efforts are accelerating with large-scale independent studies. Dr. Vanessa Sanvido, a breast surgeon at HCor Hospital in São Paulo, is leading a study involving 750 patients across Brazil. In France, Dr. Toulsie Ramtohul of Institut Curie is planning a two-arm study with 900 patients to evaluate cryoablation against the current standard of care. Dr. Ramtohul also conducted master classes at Albert Einstein hospital in São Paulo to share clinical expertise.
Clinical Studies Overview
| Study Location | Lead Investigator | Institution | Patient Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brazil | Dr. Vanessa Sanvido | HCor Hospital | 750 patients |
| France | Dr. Toulsie Ramtohul | Institut Curie | 900 patients |
Key medical centers in Brazil are adopting the technology, advocated by experts such as Dr. José Hugo Luz of the Instituto Nacional De Câncer. IceCure positions ProSense as a minimally invasive alternative to surgery, offering shorter recovery times and improved quality of life for patients.
What are the projected revenue contributions from the Brazilian market over the next 12 to 24 months given the recent adoption surge?
How will the results of the 750-patient Brazilian study and the 900-patient French study influence potential FDA label expansions for other cancer indications?
What specific strategic partnerships is KTR Medical targeting to accelerate ProSense adoption across additional Brazilian regions?




























