Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Concept Videos

Endoscopic Studies II: Thoracocentesis01:26

Endoscopic Studies II: Thoracocentesis

2.5K
Thoracentesis(Thoracocentesis), commonly known as pleural tap, is a medical procedure where a 22 gauge needle is inserted into the pleural space, the area between the lung and chest wall. This procedure is commonly performed to diagnose or treat various respiratory disorders.
Description
Excess pleural fluid or air may accumulate in some respiratory disorders in the thoracic cavity. To treat pleural effusion, a physician conducts thoracentesis by carefully piercing the chest wall and entering...
2.5K
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation V: Advanced Airway Management Techniques01:30

Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation V: Advanced Airway Management Techniques

958
Airway management is essential in emergency and surgical medicine, ensuring ventilation and oxygenation in patients who cannot maintain their own airway. Clinicians use a range of techniques and devices to secure the airway, depending on the patient’s condition and the clinical context. Key methods include endotracheal intubation, rapid sequence intubation (RSI), supraglottic airway devices, and advanced visualization aids. In cases where these approaches fail, surgical airway...
958
Imaging Studies II: Ultrasonography01:24

Imaging Studies II: Ultrasonography

909
IntroductionUltrasonography, or renal ultrasound, is a noninvasive medical imaging technique that uses high-frequency sound waves to visualize the kidneys, ureters, bladder, and surrounding tissues.Indications for Urinary System UltrasonographyUrinary system ultrasonography is indicated in various clinical scenarios, such as:Kidney Stones (Urolithiasis): To detect and monitor the size and presence of kidney or urinary tract stones.Hydronephrosis: To assess the dilation of the renal pelvis and...
909
Key Techniques in Microbiology01:19

Key Techniques in Microbiology

3.0K
Aseptic techniques prevent contamination, ensure experimental accuracy, and protect researchers and microbial cultures. These techniques are essential in clinical, industrial, and research settings where sterility is required.Maintaining Sterility in Laboratory PracticesScientists maintain sterility by sterilizing tools with heat or chemicals, disinfecting work surfaces, and handling cultures in controlled environments. Working near an open flame or within a laminar flow hood reduces the risk...
3.0K

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by
Same author

Mastitis and Mammary Abscess Management Audit (MAMMA): A Survey of Patients' Perspective on the Management of Mammary Abscesses in the UK.

The breast journal·2026
Same author

Wearable-supported self-managed rehabilitation after breast cancer surgery: aligning with the NHS 10-year health plan.

The British journal of surgery·2025
Same author

Symmetrization in therapeutic mammoplasty for breast cancer: si non nunc quandro.

The British journal of surgery·2025
Same author

Testing of rapid evaporative mass spectrometry for histological tissue classification and molecular diagnostics in a multi-site study.

British journal of cancer·2024
Same author

Fluorescence guided surgery imaging systems for breast cancer identification: a systematic review.

Journal of biomedical optics·2024
Same author

Langer's arch: A rare but important consideration for axillary surgery with implications for training.

The breast journal·2020

Related Experiment Video

Updated: May 4, 2026

Endoscopic Bilateral Nipple-sparing Mastectomy via a Single Axillary Incision with Immediate Pre-pectoral Implant-based Breast Reconstruction
13:35

Endoscopic Bilateral Nipple-sparing Mastectomy via a Single Axillary Incision with Immediate Pre-pectoral Implant-based Breast Reconstruction

Published on: May 17, 2024

2.5K

Technologies and techniques to improve precision in breast conserving surgery.

Daniel R Leff1,2

  • 1Department of Surgery & Cancer, Imperial College London, London, UK.

Journal of Surgical Oncology
|August 21, 2024
PubMed
Summary

Improving surgical precision in breast conserving surgery reduces repeat operations. This review explores methods for better margin control, focusing on tissue characterization and innovative technologies.

Keywords:
MicroCTbreast conserving surgeryconfocal laser microscopyfrozen sectionimprint cytologyintraoperative margin assessmentmarginsmass spectrometryoptical coherence tomographypartial mastectomyradiofrequency spectroscopyshave margins

More Related Videos

Author Spotlight: Segmentation and VR for Advanced Neurovascular Interventions
06:18

Author Spotlight: Segmentation and VR for Advanced Neurovascular Interventions

Published on: April 5, 2024

989
Author Spotlight: 3D Scanning and Augmented Reality for Enhanced Cancer Surgery Communication
07:47

Author Spotlight: 3D Scanning and Augmented Reality for Enhanced Cancer Surgery Communication

Published on: December 15, 2023

645

Related Experiment Videos

Last Updated: May 4, 2026

Endoscopic Bilateral Nipple-sparing Mastectomy via a Single Axillary Incision with Immediate Pre-pectoral Implant-based Breast Reconstruction
13:35

Endoscopic Bilateral Nipple-sparing Mastectomy via a Single Axillary Incision with Immediate Pre-pectoral Implant-based Breast Reconstruction

Published on: May 17, 2024

2.5K
Author Spotlight: Segmentation and VR for Advanced Neurovascular Interventions
06:18

Author Spotlight: Segmentation and VR for Advanced Neurovascular Interventions

Published on: April 5, 2024

989
Author Spotlight: 3D Scanning and Augmented Reality for Enhanced Cancer Surgery Communication
07:47

Author Spotlight: 3D Scanning and Augmented Reality for Enhanced Cancer Surgery Communication

Published on: December 15, 2023

645

Area of Science:

  • Oncology
  • Surgical Oncology
  • Medical Technology

Background:

  • Imprecise margin assessment in breast conserving surgery leads to high rates of reoperation.
  • Achieving clear surgical margins is critical for effective breast cancer treatment and patient outcomes.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review current and emerging approaches for enhancing oncological margin control in breast conserving surgery.
  • To highlight the shift from simple tumor localization to detailed tissue characterization for improved surgical precision.

Main Methods:

  • Comprehensive literature review of techniques for margin control in breast conserving surgery.
  • Analysis of technology-free and technologically advanced solutions.
  • Exploration of advancements in tissue characterization methods.

Main Results:

  • Current methods often lack the precision needed, resulting in suboptimal outcomes.
  • Improved tissue characterization offers a more robust approach than traditional tumor localization.
  • Innovative technological solutions are under development to enhance intraoperative margin assessment.

Conclusions:

  • Enhanced precision in margin control is essential to minimize re-excision rates in breast conserving surgery.
  • A combination of improved tissue characterization and novel technologies holds promise for the future.
  • Further research and clinical validation of new techniques are necessary.