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LOCalizer Tag System: How it works and self-care - 07/2020

LOCalizer Tag System: How it works and self-care
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Abstract

This handout explains the LOCalizer Tag system, which helps guide your surgeon during breast surgery. The system uses tiny radiofrequency identification (RFID) Tags. A Tag helps your surgeon find the tissue that needs to be removed.

Author
Northwest (UWMC - Northwest campus)
Publisher
University of Washington Medical Center
Date Published (original date)
2020
Revision Date
07/2020
General Subject
Surgery
Specific Subject/Keyword
Breast
Languages
English
Record ID
4876