Radar reflector guidance system in breast surgery: A single-institution feasibility study

Area of Science:

• Oncology
• Surgical Oncology
• Radiology

Background:

• Mammography and improved early diagnosis increase detection of nonpalpable breast lesions.
• Hook wire-guided localization (WGL) is standard for surgical removal but has drawbacks.
• WGL disadvantages include wire transection, migration, patient discomfort, and pneumothorax.

Purpose of the Study:

• To evaluate a novel wireless, nonradioactive wave reflection implant system.
• To assess the safety and accuracy of this new system for nonpalpable breast lesion removal.

Main Methods:

• Initial experience with a wireless, nonradioactive wave reflection implant system.
• Surgical removal of nonpalpable breast lesions using the new localization technique.

Main Results:

• The wireless implant system enables safe and accurate removal of nonpalpable breast lesions.
• This system presents a viable alternative to traditional WGL.

Conclusions:

• The wireless, nonradioactive wave reflection implant system is a promising alternative to WGL.
• This technology addresses key limitations of wire localization in breast cancer surgery.