John Wayne Cancer Institute

A specialized balloon catheter device used for delivering brachytherapy in Accelerated Partial Breast Irradiation (APBI).

Flexible and scalable spatial analysis of microenvironments using automated, scalable technology capable of non-destructive profiling of RNA and protein.

Scalable, quantitative, and reproducible analysis of tumor tissue using high-resolution slide scanning and AI-driven image analysis.

Surgical procedure aimed to preserve as much breast tissue as possible by removing only the cancerous tissue and a small surrounding area.

A multi-lumen balloon breast brachytherapy catheter designed for targeted radiation delivery in Accelerated Partial Breast Irradiation (APBI).

Analysis of the transcriptome with mRNA-focused sequencing enabling characterization of gene expression, gene fusions, alternative splicing, and novel transcripts.

Benchtop sequencing system ideal for small scale projects with rapid turnaround times.

Specialized clinic offering streamlined evaluation including ultrasound imaging, ultrasound-guided biopsy, and on-site pathology review for thyroid nodules.

Surgical procedure that removes the entire breast, nipple, and some skin.

Operation that removes the entire breast but preserves the skin envelope, nipple, and areola.

Linear accelerator that allows patients to receive precisely targeted higher-dose radiation in shorter, more comfortable sessions.

Procedure that removes underlying breast tissue and nipple while preserving as much breast skin as possible.

Total mastectomy combined with axillary lymph node dissection.

Procedure where a portion of fatty tissue containing lymph nodes under the arm is removed.

A treatment system that uses concentrated ultrasound for treatment to destroy tumor cells in prostate cancer.

Surgical technique where typically only one or two lymph nodes are removed to evaluate cancer spread.

A medical center specializing in the treatment of ovarian, uterine, cervical, vaginal, and vulvar cancer using personalized care, minimally invasive and robotically assisted surgery, and integrative holistic approaches.

Surgical procedure that rebuilds the breast contour after a mastectomy or lumpectomy using implants or autologous tissue.

An approach combining partial mastectomy with plastic surgery techniques for immediate reshaping of the breast tissue.

A small balloon or lumens device commonly used for breast brachytherapy in Accelerated Partial Breast Irradiation (APBI).

Drugs that stimulate a person's own immune system to recognize and destroy breast cancer cells.

Rare tumors resembling fibroadenomas that can grow rapidly and require complete surgical excision.

Advanced mammography using dedicated computers instead of conventional X-ray film, viewed electronically with computer-aided detection software.

Imaging scan used for staging breast cancer and determining metastasis or treatment response.

Rare asymptomatic lesions found during imaging or biopsy, excised due to association with DCIS and invasive carcinoma.

A precancerous condition discovered alongside more worrisome lesions, typically evaluated via surgical excisional biopsy.

Robotic-assisted navigational bronchoscopy system that allows physicians to navigate through the natural airways of the lungs to reach small or difficult-to-access pulmonary nodules for biopsy.

Imaging method that takes multiple low-dose images of the breast from different angles for a comprehensive view.

Targeted treatments that focus on specific proteins, suppressing the growth of breast cancer cells.

A precancerous condition involving abnormal cell growth in the ducts, requiring surgical excisional biopsy to check nearby tissues.

Standard screening procedure using compression and x-ray technology to image the breast and detect subtle changes.

Detailed imaging method that captures multiple images of the breast combined to generate a comprehensive report without emitting radiation.

A dedicated breast health clinic providing fast-tracked diagnostic screenings, imaging, biopsies, and multidisciplinary care coordination without requiring a doctor's referral.

Medications that circulate throughout the body and kill cancer cells by interfering with their ability to reproduce.

Includes atypical lobular hyperplasia (ALH) and lobular carcinoma in situ (LCIS) as markers of increased breast cancer risk.

Cross-sectional imaging scan utilized to check if a tumor has spread to the chest wall.

Imaging technique that measures skin temperature to screen for cancer cells.

Mineral deposits visible as microcalcifications on mammograms, with surgical excision recommended if concerns arise.

Noninvasive, painless procedure using high-frequency sound waves to produce images of internal breast structures and assess changes.

Medication that stops estrogen from getting into cancer cells by blocking the estrogen receptor.

Hardened tissue including sclerosing adenosis involving extra growth within breast lobules.

Combination of fluid and solid material requiring aspiration to rule out malignancy.

Common and benign firm, rubbery, moveable masses discovered during physical exams or imaging.

A temporary hydrogel spacer that creates space between the prostate and the rectum during prostate radiotherapy.

Medications that stop production of estrogen in fat tissue and adrenal glands.

Benign condition consisting of myofibroblastic cells presenting as a firm, moveable mass.