Breast biopsy
Alternate Names : Biopsy - breast, Open breast biopsy
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Female breast
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The female breast is either of two mammary glands (organs of milk secretion) on the chest.
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Needle biopsy of the breast
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A needle biopsy is performed under local anesthesia. Simple aspirations are performed with a small gauge needle to attempt to draw fluid from lumps that are thought to be cysts. Fine needle biopsy uses a larger needle to make multiple passes through a lump, drawing out tissue and fluid. Withdrawn fluid and tissue is further evaluated to determine if there are cancerous cells present.
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Open biopsy of the breast
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An open biopsy can be performed under local or general anesthesia and will leave a small scar. Prior to surgery, a radiologist often first marks the lump with a wire, making it easier for the surgeon to find.
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