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Clip Placement at Athenaa

What is
Clip Placement

Clip placement is a procedure where a biopsy clip (a small titanium or bio-compatible marker) is placed at the site of a breast lesion after a biopsy. It serves as a permanent reference point for future imaging or surgery, especially important when the abnormality is too small or impalpable (cannot be felt) after treatment.

At Apollo Athenaa, clip placement is routinely offered after image-guided breast biopsies. This is especially useful in cases where the abnormality is expected to shrink significantly with treatment (such as chemotherapy), or when it may not be easily visible during surgery. The clip does not interfere with MRI or other imaging and is safe to leave in the body permanently.

How the Procedure
is Performed

At Apollo Athenaa, every surgical step is carefully planned and performed by experienced breast surgeons with a focus on safety, precision, and recovery.

Clip placement is performed immediately after the biopsy, during the same procedure.
Using the same imaging guidance (ultrasound, mammography, or MRI), a tiny titanium clip is inserted through the biopsy needle.
The clip is gently released at the exact site where the tissue sample was taken.
Imaging is used to confirm accurate placement before the procedure is completed.
The clip remains safely in place and serves as a permanent marker for future imaging, surgery, or treatment planning.

Recovery

Healing at Apollo Athenaa is supported through structured post-operative care, counselling, and rehabilitation support.

No Downtime

No additional recovery is required beyond standard biopsy healing.

Same-Day Activity

Most patients can resume normal activities on the same day.

Permanent Marker

The clip safely remains in place and does not affect daily life.

No Health Risk

The clip is biocompatible and poses no long-term health concerns.

Key
Advantages

At Apollo Athenaa, surgery is thoughtfully planned with a personalized approach, ensuring safety, precision, and optimal outcomes.

Accurate Localization

Precisely marks the biopsy site for future imaging and treatment planning.

Surgical Guidance

Helps surgeons plan targeted surgery and follow-up with confidence.

Imaging Safe

Does not interfere with MRI, mammography, or other imaging modalities.

Treatment Clarity

Prevents confusion when the tumor shows complete or near-complete response after chemotherapy.

Side Effects
Of Chemotherapy

While chemotherapy can be highly effective, it can also affect healthy, fast-dividing cells, leading to side effects. These vary depending on the drug regimen, duration, and individual sensitivity.

Side effects include:

Nausea and vomiting
Fatigue
Hair loss
Mouth sores
Appetite changes
Low blood counts (increasing risk of infection, anemia, or bleeding)
Peripheral neuropathy (numbness or tingling in hands and feet)

At Apollo Athenaa, supportive care is integral to every chemotherapy plan. Patients have access to Scalp Cooling technology, anti-nausea medications and nutrition counselling, to ensure side effects are managed effectively. The Chemotherapy Day Care setting allows for immediate access to medical support while minimizing hospital stay.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a clip and why is it placed?

01

A clip is a tiny medical marker placed at the biopsy site to mark the exact location of the abnormality for future imaging, surgery, or treatment planning.

Will I feel the clip inside my breast?

02

No. The clip is extremely small and cannot be felt or seen once placed.

Is clip placement painful?

03

No additional pain is involved. The clip is placed during the biopsy using the same local anesthesia.

Is the clip safe and permanent?

04

Yes. The clip is made of biocompatible material, is safe to keep permanently, and causes no harm.

Will the clip affect MRI scans or airport security?

05

No. The clip does not interfere with MRI, mammograms, or metal detectors.

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Pinpoint Surgical Accuracy Clip Placement at Athenaa

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Clip Placement at Athenaa