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Clip placement after sonographically guided percutaneous breast biopsy
Frederick R Margolin1, Richard P Jacobs, Susan R Denny
1Breast Health Center, California Pacific Medical Center, San Francisco, California 94118, USA.
The Breast Journal
|May 20, 2003
Summary
A novel, low-cost method for placing metallic markers during ultrasound-guided breast biopsies is presented. This technique accurately marks multiple biopsied lesion locations, improving follow-up accuracy.
Area of Science:
- Radiology
- Surgical Oncology
- Medical Devices
Background:
- Ultrasound-guided core breast biopsy is a common diagnostic procedure.
- Accurate post-biopsy localization of lesions is crucial for subsequent management.
- Existing localization techniques can be complex or costly.
Observation:
- A simple and inexpensive technique for deploying a metallic marker at the biopsy site was developed.
- The technique involves marker placement during the core biopsy procedure.
- The method was successfully applied in a case involving three distinct biopsied lesions.
Findings:
- The described technique allows for effective metallic marker deployment.
- The metallic marker accurately demarcates the site of ultrasound-guided core breast biopsy.
- Successful application in marking multiple lesions was demonstrated.
Implications:
- This technique offers a cost-effective solution for post-biopsy localization.
- Improved lesion marking can enhance the accuracy of follow-up imaging and interventions.
- The method has the potential to streamline the breast biopsy workflow.