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Breast cancer is one of the most common diseases in women, if diagnosed early, the cure rate is high. A breast biopsy is a procedure in which breast tissue is removed and examined under a microscope to find breast cancer. There are different types of breast biopsies, and each will be appropriate for each patient.
Video content is professionally consulted by Dr., Doctor Nguyen Thu Huong - Breast Screening Center - Vinmec Times City International General Hospital
When it is necessary to take a specimen for an accurate breast cancer diagnosis, the patient needs a breast biopsy under ultrasound guidance. The doctor will use a fine needle to remove 5-6 pieces of the specimen to send for surgery. The process takes 15-20 minutes, is safe and the patient will not bleed much.
To conduct the process of diagnosing breast cancer for patients by breast biopsy method. First, disinfect the intervention site, numb the area where the breast biopsy is performed, then insert the biopsy needle, the specimen taken out after the breast biopsy will be preserved in formol solution and sent. pathology to determine, on that basis, the doctor will have a suitable treatment regimen for the patient.
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Except for surgical biopsy, other types of breast biopsies do not require the patient to stay in the hospital for observation. After your breast biopsy is done, you can go home and wait for the test results. Results are usually available within a few days of analysis.
To actively protect their health, women over 20 years old should regularly self-examine their breasts by looking in a mirror to check that the breast is in a normal position, then raise both hands and place both hands on the hips. to see breast condition when changing position. Besides, touching and pressing on the breast to check for lumps, swelling and pain. If you notice any abnormality in your breasts, you should see a doctor as soon as possible. Women over 35 years old should have regular breast exams every 3-6 months.
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