Surgical Marker Navigation for Breast Conserving Surgery

New Era in Breast Cancer Surgery

When you’re preparing for breast cancer surgery, the goal is simple but powerful: remove the cancer completely while preserving as much healthy breast tissue as possible. For too many patients, however, this often means additional surgeries when small areas of cancer are missed.

You deserve better. That’s why it’s so important to know what’s available—and to advocate for the latest technology like Pintuition®, a surgical marker navigation system from Sirius Medical. By asking your care team about Pintuition, you are giving yourself the opportunity to benefit from more precise, accurate, and potentially less invasive surgery.

This state-of-the-art, wire-free technology enables surgeons to mark and remove non-palpable breast tumors with unparalleled precision and accuracy.

The result? Smaller, more accurate tissue removal—and a greater chance of avoiding repeat surgeries.

How Does Surgical Marker Navigation Work?

This advanced approach combines two essential components:

1. The Surgical Marker

• A tiny, indestructible magnetic seed, about the size of a grain of rice.
• Encased in high-grade, nickel-free titanium for safety.
• Placed into the breast under imaging guidance with a small needle.
• A simple, quick procedure that can even be done before surgery day.
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2. Smart Surgical Navigation

• Provides surgeons with a precise pathway to the tumor.
• Uses real-time audio and visual feedback during surgery.
• Includes the TargetLOC™ locking feature, which lets surgeons know when they are perfectly aligned with the tumor for pinpoint accuracy.
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Why Precision & Accuracy Matter

Breast-conserving surgery (lumpectomy) aims to remove the cancer while preserving the natural breast. But nearly 1 in 5 patients still need a second surgery when all of the cancer isn’t removed the first time.

Repeat surgeries can bring:

• More discomfort and stress.
• Additional recovery time.
• Potential delays in follow-up treatments such as chemotherapy or radiation.

By improving precision, Pintuition surgical marker navigation helps surgeons:

• Remove the cancer with greater confidence.
• Preserve healthy tissue.
• Reduce the likelihood of needing more than one operation.

The Future of Breast Conserving Surgery

Surgical marker navigation represents more than a technical innovation—it represents a chance for patients to feel empowered. By asking about Pintuition, you are opening the door to better surgical outcomes and peace of mind.

At Learn Look Locate, we are proud to share this advancement in partnership with Sirius Medical. Together, we are committed to helping patients worldwide advocate for themselves and have access to innovations that make a difference.

FAQs

Q1. Is the surgical marker safe?
A: Yes. It is tiny, biocompatible, and made with nickel-free titanium. It stays in place until your surgery and is removed with the tumor.

Q2. Will I feel it?
A: No. The marker is about the size of a grain of rice and cannot be felt once inserted.

Q3.  When is it placed?
A: It can be inserted before your surgery day, sometimes during another appointment, to make your experience smoother.

Q4. How does this help reduce second surgeries?
A: The Pintuition system provides real-time navigation and feedback, helping your surgeon remove the cancer with greater precision.

Key Takeaway

You have the power to ask for better options. Surgical marker navigation with Pintuition® is reshaping breast cancer surgery by giving surgeons GPS-like guidance and patients greater peace of mind.

By advocating for this technology, you can move forward with confidence, knowing you’re choosing precision, accuracy, and the possibility of fewer surgeries.