What is breast biopsy?
Apr 12, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Yu Xiaopeng
Introduction
Breast biopsy is a medical diagnostic and therapeutic procedure used to examine and manage abnormal masses or cysts within the breast. It is typically performed when suspicious lumps or cysts are detected through clinical breast examination, breast ultrasound, or other breast imaging studies. Breast biopsy can extract fluid from cysts, thereby relieving symptoms caused by the cysts.
Breast biopsy is a medical diagnostic and therapeutic procedure used to examine and manage abnormal breast masses or cysts. It is typically performed when suspicious lumps or cysts are detected through clinical breast examination, breast ultrasound, or other breast imaging studies.
Breast biopsy can drain fluid from cysts, thereby relieving cyst-related symptoms. It also allows for the collection of tissue samples from solid masses, which are then examined pathologically to determine whether the mass is benign or malignant.
Breast biopsy is usually conducted under the supervision of a physician, breast specialist, or radiologist, and can be performed in hospitals, clinics, or radiology departments. Before the procedure, patients should fully understand its purpose, process, risks, and potential complications, and follow the doctor's recommendations and instructions.
