Image-guided vacuum assisted excision biopsy of benign breast lesions

The National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence (NICE) has issued full guidance to the NHS in England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland on image-guided vacuum assisted excision biopsy of benign breast lesions.

This process can be used to remove completely benign breast lesions for example fibroadenomas. It uses a needle probe device with vacuum suction to remove breast tissue under imaging guidance (commonly ultrasound). The aim of the procedure is to continue using the biopsy device until the lesion visible on imaging is removed.

Other (see guidance)

Endocrine, nutritional and metabolic
Surgical procedures

Clinical radiology
General surgery

Royal College of Radiologists

British Association of Surgical Oncologists

British Association of Endocrine Surgeons

Interventional Procedures Programme
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