Image-guided radiofrequency excision biopsy of breast lesions
Guidance issued
Number: IPG308
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 radiofrequency excision biopsy of breast lesions.
Description
Breast lumps may need to be sampled to test for cancer. This minimally invasive procedure involves a small incision and insertion of a probe which uses radiofrequency energy to cut through the breast internally, aiming to remove the lump along with a small area of surrounding tissue to test for cancer.
OPCS code:
Details
Topic area:
Cancer
Diagnostic procedures
Diagnostic procedures
Specialist advice has been sought from:
- British Association of Surgical Oncology
- British Society of Interventional Radiology
- Royal College of Radiology
Date notified to NICE:
17 September 2008
Guidance issue date:
22 July 2009
Contact details:
Project manager (for general enquiries or comments)
(for general enquiries or comments)
(for general enquiries or comments)
Ben Doak
Contact Address:
Interventional Procedures Programme
National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence
MidCity Place
71 High Holborn
London
WC1V 6NA
