Removal of breast tumors without scars and scars
NewsVacuum aspiration biopsy (VAB) is a modern minimally invasive technique. It allows you to remove nodules and pathologically altered areas in the mammary glands under ultrasound/X-ray or MRI navigation, instead of sectoral resection of the breast.
The advantages of this method: the absence of scars and scars, the preservation of the shape of the breast, psychological comfort and rapid rehabilitation. VAB in the treatment of benign breast tumors is considered the "gold standard"in the United States and Europe.
Indications for VAB:
- removal of breast tumors up to 2 cm in d;
- obtaining, in 100% of cases, informative material for histological examination and determining further treatment/ follow-up tactics;
- simultaneous achievement of therapeutic and maximum cosmetic effect.
How to prepare for the procedure?
No special training is required, but it is important to inform the doctor about:
- medications taken
- chronic diseases
- allergic reactions
How is breast VAB performed under ultrasound navigation?
- Control ultrasound examination of the mammary glands;
- Determination of the insertion point of a disposable probe needle;
- Treatment of the skin with an antiseptic solution;
- Local anesthesia;
- Puncture of the skin and insertion of a disposable probe needle;
- Under ultrasound control, the breast formation is removed;
- Removing the probe-needle;
- Applying an aseptic bandage to the area of the puncture of the skin.
An ice bubble is placed on the area of the manipulation for 20 minutes
All samples of the obtained tissues are sent for morphological examination.
What rules should be followed after the VAB procedure?
- attendance at the clinic for a follow-up examination in 3 days for examination;
- visit to the clinic in 5-7 days for the result of morphological examination;
- restriction of physical activity for 1 month;
- it is recommended to perform an ultrasound examination of the mammary glands 3 months after the VAB.
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