Optimizing success and avoiding mishaps in the most difficult image guided breast biopsies

Publication date: Available online 24 August 2017
Source:Seminars in Ultrasound, CT and MRI
Author(s): Sughra Raza, Sona A. Chikarmane, Eva C. Gombos, Dianne Georgian-Smith, Elisabeth P. Frost
Breast cancer is an increasing challenge in developed and limited resource areas of the world. Early detection of breast cancer offers the best chance for optimal care and best outcomes. A critical step in early detection is to obtain efficient and accurate tissue diagnoses. While image-guided core needle breast biopsies are usually straightforward for experienced breast imagers, there are some not uncommon scenarios which present particular challenges. In this review article we will discuss these difficult situations and offer our tried and true methods to ensure safe and successful biopsies, while using stereotactic, ultrasound, and MRI guidance.



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