Fine-needle aspiration biopsy of breast lesions

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The discovery of a lump in her breast is a terrifying experience for a woman. Many times these are benign cysts, but the patient needs assessment and reassurance before the anxiety will subside. The procedures discussed are safe and relatively painless and provide answers quickly. A simple cyst can be aspirated immediately, supplying both diagnosis and treatment. Biopsy attains cellular material for cytologic examination. Dr Caruthers describes the technique for both aspiration and biopsy, as well as interpretation of results and a combination approach to reliable diagnosis.