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Some of the equipment and training our charity has funded or part-funded
| 2006 Training a team of specialists on the use of radioactive dye to locate the sentinel
node The team were trained in a new procedure to locate the main (sentinel) node in the underarm lymph glands, using radioactive dye, so that fewer nodes need to be removed during lymph clearance surgery. Removal of the lymph node is normal procedure in most cases of breast cancer. Using the new procedure will mean that many fewer nodes are removed and this will mean less tissue removal which will directly benefit the patient. |
| 2005/2006. A study of the benefits of the Prone Biopsy Scanner (purchased in 2000) was undertaken at the Breast Cancer Unit at Maidstone Hospital. |
| 2005/2006 Optison & Cansiters A type of dye used to help detect rogue cells in the lymph glands. Used as part of a study. |
| 2004/2005 Digital Mammography Machine This machine has proved a great success and our charity may fund another Digital Mammography Machine in the future. When the breast is scanned, the image immediately appears on a computer screen where the Head Radiographer and Specialist can check & assess the images. This enables patients to be advised of the results almost straight away. |
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| 2003/2004 Faxatron A hand held scanner used in the breast clinic. |
| 2002/2003 Photographic collection for patients considering breast reconstruction Our charity funded a collection of specialised photographs showing previous breast reconstructions so that breast cancer patients considering reconstruction after a mastectomy are able to see what is involved and the good results that can be achieved. The photograph collection has been of great help in reassuring patients of the good results that can be obtained with reconstruction. |
| 2001/2002 Mammotone & camera chip The Mammotone can be attached to the Prone Biopsy Scanner for use in biopsies. |
| 1999/2000 Prone Biopsy Scanner & cost of training for Radiography The scanner consists of a bed with two holes to accommodate the breasts - enabling them to be scanned and treated without being compressed. This makes it more comfortable and considerably less painful for the patient. Biopsies can also be performed using the scanner facilities: to see the affected area precisely; for guidance during the biopsy; and if any subsequent operation is required. |
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| When this scanner was bought it was one of only three in the country. |
