A Breast 3D model as a possible tool for non-invasive tumour localization in breast surgery

Background: For tumour location and surgical planning physicians need to convert 2-D information into a 3D approach. Wire guided surgery is the most common method for preoperative localization of breast cancer lesions. Other localization methods can also be used, such as radioactive seeds, carbon tattooing or ultrasound guided clips, but they are all invasive procedures. In this work, we aimed at building an individualized 3D digital breast model integrating the breast torso and tumor location through MRI/3D fusion algorithms to help in pre-operative tumour location without the use of invasive procedures.

Source: European Journal of Cancer - September 30, 2020 Category: Cancer & Oncology Authors: P. Gouveia, S. Bessa, H. Oliveira, E. Batista, M. Aleluia, J. Ip, J. Costa, L. Nuno, D. Pinto, C. Mavioso, J. Anacleto, N. Abreu, P. Morgado, M. Martinho, J. Teixeira, P. Carvalho, J. Cardoso, C. Alves, F. Cardoso, M.Jo ão Cardoso Tags: POSTERS A: Basic Science and Translational Research Source Type: research