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A complication involving a braided hook-wire localization device

C J D'Orsi1, R S Swanson, L J Moss

  • 1Department of Radiology, University of Massachusetts Medical Center, Worcester 01655.

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|May 1, 1993
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Needle localization for breast lesions using braided hook wires can leave fragments behind. Surgeons must ensure wires are cut cleanly and the surgical site is prepped to prevent complications.

Area of Science:

  • Radiology
  • Surgical Oncology
  • Breast Imaging

Background:

  • Needle localization is a common procedure for guiding breast lesion excision.
  • Braided hook wires are frequently used for precise localization.

Observation:

  • A modified technique involves cutting the wire 1-2 cm from entry to maintain sterility.
  • During dissection, the wire is externalized from the skin into the surgical field.

Findings:

  • In one case, fragments of the braided hook wire were inadvertently left within the breast tissue.
  • This complication highlights potential risks associated with the wire handling technique.

Implications:

  • Proper technique is crucial to avoid leaving foreign material in patients during needle localization.

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  • Recommendations include clean wire cutting, pre-dissection surface wiping, and thorough surgical site cleansing.