Breast Biopsies

Breast biopsies are performed to obtain a tissue sample from a suspicious area in the breast, so that the cells in the tissue can be evaluated under a microscope. Most often this will be a core needle biopsy (CNB) or a fine needle aspiration (FNA). But in some situations, such as if the results of a needle biopsy aren’t clear, you might need a surgical biopsy. A pathologist then determines what type, if any, disease is present.

Services offered:

• Stereotactic (X-ray) Breast Biopsy - Increased use of screening mammography and improvement in mammography techniques have resulted in early detection of very small lesions in breast tissue. If a breast abnormality is identified by mammography, breast ultrasound, or clinical examination, a biopsy will determine if the abnormality is cancerous.

  We offer a less invasive breast biopsy system. Stereotactic breast biopsy uses the guiding capabilities of a computer as well as a specialized biopsy needle to obtain tissue samples. The procedure is performed on an outpatient basis, requiring only local anesthesia. No stitches are required, and the results are usually available in 1-2 days. This procedure offers a simple, quick, less painful, and less expensive alternative to surgical biopsy.

Talk with your provider about your family history, areas of concern, and breast cancer risk. The sooner any form of breast cancer is detected, the greater the likelihood that treatment will be successful.

Schedule your screening mammogram today by calling 256.768.8181.