Breast Biopsy – Ultrasound, Stereotaxis & MRI Guidance 2013 (Videos)

Breast Biopsy Guidance Techniques: Ultrasound, Stereotaxis, and MRI Guidance

Understanding the Multifaceted Approach to Breast Biopsy

Breast biopsy, an essential diagnostic tool in breast imaging, has evolved significantly with the advent of advanced imaging technologies. This comprehensive guide delves into three primary image-guided biopsy techniques: ultrasound, stereotaxis, and MRI guidance, providing a detailed overview of their indications, advantages, and technical nuances.

Ultrasound: A Precision Tool for Breast Imaging

Ultrasound biopsy, utilizing real-time imaging, offers high precision in needle placement. Its flexibility allows for biopsies of both palpable and non-palpable lesions, ensuring accurate sampling even in complex breast anatomies.

Stereotaxis: Precise Targeting for Breast Biopsies

Stereotaxis, employing a dedicated mammography unit, combines two X-ray images to determine the precise location of a suspicious breast lesion. This technique facilitates needle placement under precise guidance, maximizing accuracy and minimizing discomfort.

MRI Guidance: Comprehensive Imaging for Breast Cancer Detection

MRI-guided biopsy, leveraging the power of magnetic resonance imaging, provides unparalleled diagnostic capabilities. It enables visualization of both breast tissue and surrounding structures, allowing for targeted biopsies of even the most challenging lesions. This advanced technology plays a pivotal role in the diagnosis and treatment of breast cancer.

The Importance of Proficiency in Diverse Techniques

Proficiency in all three biopsy guidance techniques is crucial for breast imagers to tailor the approach based on individual patient characteristics and lesion types. Each modality offers unique advantages, making it essential for breast radiologists to master these techniques to optimize patient outcomes.

Intended Audience: Community-Based Radiologists

This educational resource is specifically designed for community radiologists, who frequently encounter a wide spectrum of diagnostic imaging needs in their daily practice. By providing a comprehensive understanding of breast biopsy guidance techniques, this guide empowers radiologists to confidently and competently perform precise and effective biopsies.

Key Topics and Speakers:

• Breast Ultrasound Biopsy Techniques: Michael N. Linver, MD, FACR
• Stereotactic Core Biopsy: Fundamentals and Procedure: Gillian Newstead, MDACR
• Stereotactic Core Biopsy: Radiologic-Pathologic Correlation: Elizabeth A. Rafferty, MD
• Breast MRI: Screening Applications: Elizabeth A. Rafferty, MD
• Breast MRI: Diagnostic Indications: Gillian Newstead, MDACR
• MR Guided Biopsy: Troubleshooting and Techniques: Elizabeth A. Rafferty, MD
• Breast MRI: Radiologic-Pathologic Correlation: Michael N. Linver, MD, FACR

Release and Hours of Education:

• Original Release Date: June 1, 2013
• Education Hours:
• Digital Mammography: 3.0 hours
• Ultrasound: 1.5 hours
• MRI: 3.5 hours
• Stereotactic Breast Biopsy: 3.0 hours