[Ultrasound and cytology: ultrasound-controlled fine needle puncture]

Praxis (Bern 1994). 2001 Apr 19;90(16):678-80.
[Article in German]

Abstract

Ultrasound guided fine needle aspiration biopsy has shown to be a safe and cost-effective method for diagnostic assessment in complex and nonpalpable lesions. Experience in aspiration technique, smearing and fixation of the sampled probe are prerequisites for a good diagnostic yield.

MeSH terms

  • Biopsy, Needle / instrumentation*
  • Humans
  • Neoplasm Staging
  • Neoplasms / diagnostic imaging*
  • Neoplasms / pathology
  • Sensitivity and Specificity
  • Ultrasonography / instrumentation*