UTILIZING LASERS IN STANDARD BREAST CANCER SURGERY

The use of lasers in breast cancer standard surgery has all the advantages of lasers while maintaining the safety of standardized surgery. In breast laser surgery, the cancer tumor is removed for pathological analysis. During the removal, the laser beam is sealing the surrounding blood vessels and lymphatics. The margins are preserved for analysis. This sealing reduces the loss of blood and the spreading of cancer tumor cells through the vessels and lymphatics. There is a smaller and finer incision with improved cosmetics. The laser sterilizes reducing infection and pain resulting in a more rapid recovery for the patient.

Physicians who require further information in the use of lasers in breast cancer surgery should contact the American Society for Lasers in Medicine & Surgery.

These advantages are experienced in all types of laser breast cancer and axillary surgery. In animal studies, there is a significant reduction of local cancer recurrence as documented in the University of Rochester Studies.

Vincent Ansanelli MD FACS, a pioneer in laser breast cancer surgery, is a proponent of customary standard surgical care as well as integrative-alternative medical care in the treatment of breast cancer. Dr. Ansanelli's contributions in breast cancer surgery with the use of lasers were recognized by the Italian-American Cancer Society in 1987-1988. He was named 'Physician of the Year' for his use of lasers in breast cancer and his work was published in their journal.

'Proactive women today have demonstrated leadership in their healthcare. Through technology and research, they have become educated and involved in their medical decision making.'

-Vincent Ansanelli MD FACS