A perspex grid for localization of non-palpable mammographic lesions in breast biopsies.
The examination of excised, non-palpable mammographic lesions in breast biopsies is a recognized problem for the pathologist. There may be difficulties in identifying the lesion macroscopically and in subsequent sampling. This paper describes a simple method for resolving these problems. The breast biopsy is attached to a perspex grid and then radiographed. Use of the grid co-ordinates assists appropriate sampling of the specimen. Advantages over previously described methods are discussed.
Champ
C S
CS
Department of Histopathology, Northampton General Hospital, UK.
Mason
C H
CH
Coghill
S B
SB
Robinson
M
M
D001706:Biopsy / Q000379:methods*; D001941:Breast Diseases / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging*; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008327:Mammography / Q000295:instrumentation / Q000379:methods*