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Ultrasound Breast Biopsy
In addition to conventional diagnostic ultrasound, ultrasound also provides the ability to offer image guided biopsies into certain nodules or cysts.
Using sterile technique with ultrasound guidance, a nodule can be further evaluated. A sample(s) of the nodule will be obtained when the nodule is solid or, in the case of a fluid filled cyst, fluid will be extracted from the nodule.
The area will be anesthetized and a needle will be inserted through the surface of the skin into the area of concern. Multiple samples will be taken of the nodule and sent to a laboratory for analysis. If the nodule is fluid filled the fluid will be drained and also sent for analysis.
Pregnancy Policy:
All patients of childbearing age (10 - 54) will be required to sign that there is No Chance of Pregnancy prior to an imaging exam being performed (Exception: - Ultrasound). If there is a chance of pregnancy, STAT blood work will be ordered prior to the procedure being performed to establish that there is no chance of pregnancy.
In the event, you are pregnant and the exam is deemed necessary by your physician, you will be shielded and monitored with a radiation badge.