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[Endoscopic extirpation for benign breast tumor].
K Kitamura1, H Inoue, J Kinoshita
1Department of Surgery and Science, Graduate School of Medical Sciences, Kyushu University, Fukuoka, Japan.
Nihon Geka Gakkai Zasshi
|September 8, 2000
Summary
Endoscopic extirpation via the extramammary approach offers a minimally invasive option for benign breast tumors, avoiding direct breast incisions. This technique provides a new alternative to traditional excisional biopsies for eligible patients.
Area of Science:
- Minimally Invasive Surgery
- Surgical Oncology
- Breast Surgery
Context:
- Benign breast tumors are common, often requiring surgical intervention.
- Traditional excisional biopsies involve direct incisions on the breast, potentially leading to cosmetic concerns.
- The extramammary approach, utilizing endoscopic techniques, has been explored as an alternative.
Purpose:
- To present the operative procedures, morbidity, and mortality associated with endoscopic extirpation for benign breast tumors.
- To evaluate the efficacy and safety of the extramammary approach (transaxillary and inframammary) for benign breast tumor removal.
- To recommend endoscopic extirpation as a viable alternative to direct excisional biopsy.
Summary:
- Thirty-seven patients with benign breast tumors (average diameter 3.6 cm) underwent endoscopic extirpation via extramammary approaches.
- The transaxillary approach was used in 35 patients, while 2 had the inframammary approach.
- The study details operative procedures, morbidity, and mortality, demonstrating the feasibility of avoiding direct breast incisions.
Impact:
- Endoscopic extirpation via the extramammary approach allows patients to avoid direct breast incisions for benign tumor removal.
- This technique offers a cosmetically favorable alternative to conventional excisional biopsies.
- The procedure is recommended as a new surgical option for managing benign breast conditions.