Breast needle localization is a procedure performed with a special needle to identify the precise location of abnormal tissue before performing a breast tissue biopsy or surgery using X-ray or Ultrasound. This helps make it easier to perform a biopsy and also minimizes the removal of healthy breast tissue.
Mammogram and X-ray or Ultrasound will be done to precisely locate the area of concern and a needle will be placed in that area.
Other images will be done to make sure the needle is placed properly.
The wire will then be inserted and attached to the breast tissue that needs to be removed. The needle will then be removed.
The wire will be removed during surgery.
Outpatient surgery will contact you regarding specific instructions on how to prepare for your exam.