Percutaneous fine needle aspiration biopsy of pancreatic and other abdominal masses

H. M. Goldstein, J. Zornoza, S. Wallace, J. H. Anderson, R. L. Bree, B. I. Samuels, J. Lukeman

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    Abstract

    Percutaneous fine needle aspiration biopsy of 18 patients with pancreatic masses, and 19 with other intra abdominal tumors, showed it to be a safe, accurate procedure. A diagnostic biopsy yield was obtained in over 85% of the cases without clinical complications. Indications for fine needle biopsy are: (a) to avoid surgery by obtaining a histologic diagnosis; (b) to determine the staging of a neoplastic disease process; and (c) to facilitate treatment planning. The technique of 'skinny needle' biopsy is discussed.

    Original languageEnglish (US)
    Pages (from-to)319-322
    Number of pages4
    JournalUnknown Journal
    Volume123
    Issue number2
    DOIs
    StatePublished - 1977

    ASJC Scopus subject areas

    • Radiology Nuclear Medicine and imaging

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