Intraoperative ultrasound is associated with low re-excision rates following breast conserving surgery for non-palpable invasive breast cancers
Wire localized breast biopsy (WLB) is the most commonly performed procedure for the removal of non-palpable breast cancer. It is associated patient discomfort and high re-excision rates. Intraoperative ultrasound (IOUS) is an alternative technique that may improve patient experience and have lower re-excision rates.
Source: American Journal of Surgery - Category: Surgery Authors: Christopher Baliski, Michael Jay, Jeremy Hamm Source Type: research
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