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Biopsy
Studies from M. Samimi and co-researchers yield new data on biopsy
May 7th, 2009
According to a study from Orleans, France, "The study was performed to substantiate the value of detecting clips in mastectomy specimens as a guide to taking pathological samples. We performed a retrospective review of 4 cases of mastectomy required after biopsies of microcalcifications." "In each case a metallic clip had been inserted at the end of the vacuum core biopsy procedure. The study included 7 microcalcification clusters with a mean size of 6.7 mm corresponding to multifocal or relapsing ductal carcinoma in situ. Gross examination of the mastectomy specimens revealed no evidence of tumoral lesions or fibrous scar tissue. Radiographic examination of the serial...
Source: Women's Health Weekly (2009-05-07)
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