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Breast
Biopsies
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The removal of
tissue for examination and a critical step in the diagnosis of cancer.
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The only definitive way to diagnose breast abnormalities.
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More than 1 million breast biopsies are performed each year
in the U.S.
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Approximately eight out of ten breast biopsies are benign.
The
Mammotome Breast Biopsy System
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Helps Doctors accurately diagnose breast abnormalities.
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Performed in less than 1 hour; requires only a single 2-3 mm
incision, about the size of a match head; no stitches; done in the office
under local anesthesia.
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Offers women an alternative to an open surgical biopsy, the
most common biopsy method, which can leave scars and result in
disfigurement of the breast.
How
It Works
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Dr.
Pandya uses ultrasound imaging to direct a probe into the suspicious area
of the breast and, the Mammotome gently vacuums, cuts and removes tissue
for examination and evaluation.
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The
probe is inserted once and leaves an incision so small no stitches are
required.
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Women
are able to resume normal activity immediately following procedure with
only a small adhesive strip to cover the incision site.
If
you have any questions please do not hesitate to call Dr. Pandya or office
staff
at (559) 782 8533
Let
us know if you would like us to arrange a lunch Video presentation for
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