Image-guided vacuum assisted excision biopsy of benign breast lesions
Guidance issued
Number: IPG156
Summary:
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.
Description:
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.
Arrangement:
Other (see guidance)
Topic Area:
Endocrine, nutritional and metabolic
Surgical procedures
Specialty:
Clinical radiology
General surgery
Specialist advice has been sought from:
Royal College of Radiologists
British Association of Surgical Oncologists
British Association of Endocrine Surgeons
Date notified to NICE:
09 February 2004
Provisional consultation date:
November 2005
IP Pub Date:
22 February 2006
Contact
Details:
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