[O-twist marker for post-interventional marking in imaging of suspected breast lesions].
OBJECTIVE
The aim of this study was to develop a marker clip for use in minimally invasive diagnostics of breast cancer that can be placed and visualized during ultrasonography, mammography, and magnetic resonance imaging.


METHODS
The newly developed O-twist marker consists of three 0.15-mm biocompatible nitinol wires twisted together to form rings with a diameter of 2.5 mm. These are inserted elongated into a 20G cannula. The marker is ejected into the tissue through a mandrin and reverts to its predetermined ring form.


RESULTS
The multiple curves of the surface render the marker highly visible. Its geometry permits secure anchorage even in larger biopsy cavities and additionally prevents migration within the tissue.


CONCLUSIONS
The O-twist marker is applicable for all examination modalities and biopsy needles or biopsy systems and represents an important development for breast cancer diagnostics.
Sittek
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Institut für Klinische Radiologie, Klinikum Grosshadern der Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München. Harald.Sittek@med.uni-muenchen.de
Heske
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Kessler
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Britsch
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Vick
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Untch
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Reiser
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D001943:Breast Neoplasms / Q000175:diagnosis*; D004867:Equipment Design; D019544:Equipment Failure Analysis; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007089:Image Enhancement / Q000295:instrumentation*; D008279:Magnetic Resonance Imaging / Q000295:instrumentation*; D008327:Mammography / Q000295:instrumentation*; D008875:Middle Aged; D019047:Phantoms, Imaging; D011182:Postoperative Care / Q000379:methods; D015641:Radiography, Interventional / Q000295:instrumentation; D014463:Ultrasonography / Q000295:instrumentation*; D018084:Ultrasonography, Interventional / Q000295:instrumentation
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