Redefining Radiologic Breast Localization with Radioactive Seeds

Abstract Archives of the RSNA, 2014

BRE112

Redefining Radiologic Breast Localization with Radioactive Seeds

Education Exhibits

Presented in 2014

Participants

Sara Ann Majewski MD, Presenter: Nothing to Disclose

Prasanna R. Kumar MBBS, MD, Abstract Co-Author: Nothing to Disclose

Ermelinda Bonaccio MD, Abstract Co-Author: Nothing to Disclose

TEACHING POINTS

To describe the technique of preoperative imaging-guided radioactive seed localization of the breast, present advantages of radioactive seed localization and highlight distinct features of radioactive seeds in comparison to conventional needle localization.

TABLE OF CONTENTS/OUTLINE

A. Explain Radioactive Seed Localization Technique B. Review Indications and Contraindications C. Present Advantages and Disadvantages of Radioactive Seed Localization Compared to Conventional Needle Localization D. Show Examples E. Present Potential Pitfalls

PDF UPLOAD

http://abstract.rsna.org/uploads/2014/14001232/14001232_g8qm.pdf

Cite This Abstract

Majewski, S, Kumar, P, Bonaccio, E, Redefining Radiologic Breast Localization with Radioactive Seeds. Radiological Society of North America 2014 Scientific Assembly and Annual Meeting, - ,Chicago IL. http://archive.rsna.org/2014/14001232.html