Practical ultrasound for breast surgeons

Introduction: aims and objectives of the day

Ultrasound for Breast Surgeons – when, how, advantages and controversies

Tailoring oncoplastic surgery – deciding whether BCS is feasible, use US for flap planning (thickness, perforators assessment)

Practical session with US machines

In theatre - surgical planning, pec blocks, location, depth, distance from skin/nipple. Reducing involved margins rate and discomfort.

Practical session with US machines

In clinic - use of “needles” under US-guidance (assessing presence of seroma/drainage, drainage around implants, abscess drainage)

Practical session with US machines

Finish – Q&A