Using radar technology to locate undetectable breast lesions for surgery

RADIOSO MILAN I (RADar Reflector localisatiOn-SCOUT for carcinOma Mammae, the MILAN IEO Experience I)

Observational European Institute of Oncology · NCT05963464

This study is testing a new radar system to help doctors find hidden breast lesions during surgery for patients with breast cancer.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Enrollment300 (estimated)
Ages18 Years to 90 Years
SexFemale
SponsorEuropean Institute of Oncology Academic / other
Drugs / interventionschemotherapy
Locations1 site (Milan)
Trial IDNCT05963464 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This observational study focuses on patients with clinically undetectable breast lesions who are candidates for breast-conserving surgery. It utilizes the SCOUT® Radar occult breast lesion Localization system, which employs an implantable reflector and a detector to guide surgical excision in real-time without the use of radioactive materials. The study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of this method in successfully positioning and recovering the reflector in a cohort of 300 patients at the European Institute of Oncology. The findings could enhance surgical planning and treatment options for breast cancer patients.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates include female patients aged 18 to 90 with nonpalpable breast lesions referred for conservative surgery.

Not a fit: Patients with known allergies to materials similar to those in the SCOUT components or those with conditions that may complicate study compliance will not benefit.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could improve the accuracy of breast cancer surgeries and potentially lead to better patient outcomes.

How similar studies have performed: While similar localization techniques have been used, this specific approach with the SCOUT system is relatively novel and under investigation.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Diagnosis of nonpalpable breast or lymph nodes
* Patients referred to IEO for breast surgery
* Patients between 18 and 90 years old
* Female patients
* Conservative surgery
* Patients willing and able to follow the study procedures and available for follow-up over the entire duration of the study

Exclusion Criteria:

* Patients known or suspected to be allergic to materials similar to those in the SAVI SCOUT components (nickel)
* Any condition that may expose the individual to a higher risk or preclude the study from achieving full compliance or completion.

Where this trial is running

Milan

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions Breast CancerOccult Breast Carcinoma
Last reviewed 2026-06-13 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.