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Carcinoma
Study findings on carcinoma are outlined in reports from E. Provenzano and colleagues
February 19th, 2009
According to recent research from London, the United Kingdom, "The widespread use of mammographic breast screening and the introduction of even more sensitive radiological techniques have placed increasing demands upon the pathologist for the accurate diagnosis and histological categorisation of screen-detected lesions. Subsequent management algorithms rely on correct pathological classification." "Needle core biopsy (NCB) has become the mainstay of non-operative diagnosis in many Breast Units. However, despite good specificity and sensitivity, there remain lesions that are particularly challenging on NCB. This may be because they can mimic invasive carcinoma or because...
Source: Women's Health Weekly (2009-02-19)
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