Application of ultrasound guided Mammotome system in the minimally invasive surgery for multiple breast lesions

Objective To investigate the treatment value of ultrasound-guided Mammotome system in minimally invasive surgery for multiple breast lesions.Methods From October 2005 to March 2007,39 female patients with multiple breast lesions underwent minimal invasive excision using a ultrasound guided Mammotome vacuum assisted device,and the operative outcomes were retrospectively analyzed.Results A total of 168 benign lumps were completely excised without obvious scar,irregular breast contour or abnormal sense of touch.The postoperative complications were hematoma in 1 case,dermal ecchymosis in 1,and nipple blood discharge in 1.The follow-up for 3-6 months in all patients showed no residual lesions by ultrasound examination.Conclusions Excision of multiple breast lesions using ultrasound guided Mammotome vacuum device is minimally invasive,safe,feasible and suitable.It is also a good method as cosmetology is concerned.