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When Julie Singels found out she had to have yet another surgical procedure to check for breast cancer, she opted for new technology that allows surgeons to more accurately pinpoint lesions prior to surgery.<\/p>\n

\"Julie
Julie Singels at home with her dogs. Photo courtesy of Julie Singels.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Her breast surgeon, Dr. Michelle DeWing<\/a>, told her about SAVI SCOUT which involves inserting a wireless localization<\/a> reflector into the breast at the affected area. It is placed using a needle and requires no stitches. Later, \u201ca probe picks up the signal so we can find it again,\u201d according to DeWing.<\/p>\n

Targeting breast lesions<\/strong><\/h3>\n

\u201cWhen someone has an abnormality on a mammogram<\/a>, you have to find a way to take it out,\u201d said DeWing.\u00a0 \u201cWhen this newer technique came along, (we found) it\u2019s much more convenient for patients.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cI was in and out in half an hour,\u201d Singels said. \u201cThen I scheduled my surgery for another day. I chose 8 a.m. so I\u2019d be the first surgery of the day.\u201d<\/p>\n

The procedure is done on an outpatient basis.<\/p>\n

\u201cThey\u2019re up and about, doing normal stuff \u2013 I\u2019ve had people go back to work the next day,\u201d DeWing said.<\/p>\n

Surgery can be scheduled at the patient\u2019s convenience any time, usually within 30 days of implanting the SCOUT. But if the patient has to have chemotherapy, the implant can stay for up to four months.<\/p>\n

\u201cIt really gives us flexibility,\u201d DeWing said.<\/p>\n

\n

ABOUT THE SAVI SCOUT:<\/h3>\n

The SAVI SCOUT surgical guidance system is an innovative technology that allows breast surgeons at UCHealth Memorial Hospital to more accurately pinpoint lesions prior to surgery. The sophisticated technology helps surgeons with:<\/p>\n

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  • Tumor localization.<\/li>\n
  • Surgical planning.<\/li>\n
  • Surgical guidance.<\/li>\n
  • Confirmation of the tissue to be removed.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    The SAVI SCOUT surgical guidance system uses no radiation and no wires. Instead, a small staple-sized device (reflector) is placed in the tissue target prior to surgery. The SAVI SCOUT uses radar technology to guide the surgeon in precisely targeting breast tissue during a lumpectomy or excisional biopsy procedure in order to plan the incision and direct surgery. This system offers many advantages to patients, including:<\/p>\n

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    • Added comfort during procedure since no invasive guide wires are used.<\/li>\n
    • Decreased wait times between radiology and surgery.<\/li>\n
    • Easier localization of the breast tumor.<\/li>\n
    • Enhanced surgical success of targeted tumors.<\/li>\n
    • FDA approved for targeting other non-breast tissues, including lymph nodes and other body parts.<\/li>\n
    • Fewer surgical delays.<\/li>\n
    • Improved patient satisfaction and well-being.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      SAVI SCOUT is currently available to patients who plan to have surgery at UCHealth Breast Surgical Clinic – Memorial Hospital<\/div>\n

      During the intervening time, \u201cI didn\u2019t know it was there at all,\u201d Singels said.<\/p>\n

      And now she knows she\u2019s OK.<\/p>\n

      \u201cI\u2019ve been fortunate that both times it\u2019s been benign, but I had this tissue that appeared to be hiding possible cancer,\u201d she said. \u201cThey\u2019re called radial scars. The problem is, even when they do a biopsy by ultrasound, they are not 100 percent convinced\u201d of whether or not there is cancer.<\/p>\n

      \u201cSome of these spots can be so small, we can\u2019t be sure\u201d without excising the suspicious cells, DeWing said.<\/p>\n

      Compared to her experience just three years ago, Singels said this one was \u201camazingly different.\u201d<\/p>\n

      The first time, she had a traditional wire localization in which a wire is placed and the wire pokes out of the skin. That procedure is often uncomfortable and requires a patient to restrict movement, and refrain from food and water while waiting for surgery to start.<\/p>\n

      This time around, \u201ceverything went very smoothly.\u201d<\/p>\n

      Singels likes the fact that almost all the staff at the breast center are women \u2013 from nurses to radiologists to the surgeons. \u201cThey\u2019re very attentive and empathetic,\u201d she said. \u201cAnd Dr. Dewing is just amazing.\u201d<\/p>\n

      With a family history of breast cancer, she doesn\u2019t hesitate to get the best medical attention. At 54, she knows her risk goes up as she ages. For anyone who has to have a similar surgical procedure, she\u2019d recommend it in a heartbeat.<\/p>\n

      \u201cIt\u2019s so much better than before.\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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