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Precise Guidance with 
Wire Localization at Athenaa

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What is 
Wire Localization
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Wire localization is a technique used before surgery to help the surgeon accurately find and remove a breast lesion that cannot be felt by touch. This is often needed for small or impalpable (cannot be felt) tumors or those detected only on imaging.

At Apollo Athenaa, we offer wire localization as a pre-surgical technique to guide the precise removal of non-palpable or deep-seated breast lesions. This procedure plays a critical role in breast-conserving surgery, allowing the surgeon to remove the exact area of concern while preserving as much healthy breast tissue as possible.

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.
Mammogram Awareness Wire guided (needle) localization
  • The procedure is performed on the day of surgery, under local anesthesia.
  • Using mammography, ultrasound, or MRI guidance, a thin wire is carefully inserted into the breast and positioned at the lesion site.
  • The wire tip marks the area for surgical removal, with a portion left externally to guide the operating surgeon.
  • Once localization is complete, the patient proceeds to the operating theatre for surgery.
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Recovery 
Healing at Apollo Athenaa is supported through structured post-operative care, counselling, and rehabilitation support.
Minimal Discomfort

Mild soreness or bruising may occur and usually resolves quickly.

Temporary Placement

The wire is removed along with the targeted tissue during surgery.

Same-Day Discharge

Most patients are able to return home on the day of surgery.

Supported Recovery

Structured post-operative care, counselling, and rehabilitation support ensure smooth healing.

Key 
Advantages
At Apollo Athenaa, surgery is thoughtfully planned with a personalized approach, ensuring safety, precision, and optimal outcomes.
Precise Targeting
Enables accurate localization and removal of non-palpable or deep lesions.
Tissue Preservation
Minimizes removal of healthy tissue, helping preserve breast shape and appearance.
Clear Margins
Improves the likelihood of achieving tumor-free margins, reducing re-operation rates.
Team Integration
Ensures seamless coordination between radiology and surgical teams, especially in breast-conserving and oncoplastic surgeries.
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.
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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 wire localization and why is it needed?
01

Wire localization is a technique used to guide surgeons to breast abnormalities that cannot be felt on physical examination. A thin wire is placed under imaging guidance to precisely mark the area for surgical removal.

Is wire localization painful?
02

The procedure is done under local anesthesia. Patients may feel mild pressure or brief discomfort, but it is generally well tolerated.

When is wire localization performed?
03

Wire localization is typically done on the same day as surgery, just before the operation, to ensure accurate targeting of the lesion.

Will the wire stay in my body?
04

No. The wire is removed along with the targeted tissue during surgery and does not remain in the body.

Are there any risks or complications?
05

Wire localization is a safe and commonly performed procedure. Minor bruising or discomfort may occur, but serious complications are rare.

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