Abstract
OBJECTIVE: The purpose of this study was to test the feasibility of 3-T vacuum-assisted large-bore core biopsy of lesions detected with MRI of the breast. CONCLUSION: Our preliminary experience revealed that 3-T MRI-guided vacuum-assisted biopsy is a safe and effective interventional method that enables accurate biopsy of lesions identifed with a 3-T MRI system. Artifacts on 3-T images did not result in failed biopsy; therefore, 3-T MRI systems can be used reliably for both diagnostic and interventional breast studies.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | W651-W653 |
Journal | American Journal of Roentgenology |
Volume | 199 |
Issue number | 5 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Nov 2012 |
Keywords
- 3 T
- Breast MRI
- MRI-guided breast biopsy
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Radiology Nuclear Medicine and imaging