Stereotactic and Needle Breast Biopsy

Overview

4.4 out of 5 (42 Reviews)

Credits

1.50

Post Assessment Questions

7

Start Date

1 Jan 2021

Last Review Date

21 Apr 2024

Expiration Date

31 Dec 2023

Estimated Time To Finish

90 Minutes


 
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Activity Description

Globally, over 2 million new cases of breast cancer were diagnosed in women in 2020, and breast cancer remains the second most common cause of cancer-related deaths. In the United States, breast cancer accounts for 30% of new yearly cancer diagnoses in women. However, the mortality from breast cancer has been declining due to improved detection and advanced treatments. Vigorous screening and sophisticated diagnostic techniques increase the detection of occult breast cancer. This activity delves into the current standards of image-guided biopsies, emphasizing ultrasound, mammography, and magnetic resonance techniques. The advantages and disadvantages of the procedure are highlighted.

This course empowers clinicians to enhance diagnostic accuracy and improve the management of breast cancer by elucidating the interplay between imaging equipment, tissue sampling devices, and biopsy guidance modalities. Participants will gain proficiency in applying various tissue sampling devices, including fine needle aspiration, vacuum-assisted biopsy, and spring-loaded core needle biopsy devices. Interprofessional collaboration among primary care clinicians and treating surgeons is emphasized for positive postoperative outcomes.


Target Audience

This activity has been designed to meet the educational needs of physicians.

Learning Objectives

At the conclusion of this activity, the learner will be better able to:

  • Apply knowledge of fine-needle aspiration, vacuum-assisted core biopsy, and spring-loaded core needle biopsy devices to select the best approach based on clinical presentation.

  • Differentiate between biopsy techniques, including ultrasound-guided, mammography-guided, and magnetic resonance-guided approaches.

  • Identify appropriate candidates for stereotactic and needle breast biopsies based on clinical indications.

  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive cancer care in testing patients with stereotactic and needle breast biopsy.

Disclosures

The Campbell University Jerry M. Wallace School of Osteopathic Medicine (CUSOM) requires instructors, planners, managers, and other individuals who are in a position to control the content of this activity to disclose any real or apparent conflict of interest they or their immediate family may have as related to the content of this activity. All identified conflicts of interest are thoroughly vetted by CUSOM for resolution, to ensure fair balance, scientific objectivity of studies mentioned in the materials or used as the basis for content, and appropriateness of patient care recommendations.

CUSOM will identify, review, and resolve all conflicts of interest that faculty, authors, activity directors, planners, managers, peer reviewers, or relevant staff disclose prior to an educational activity being delivered to learners. Disclosure of a relationship is not intended to suggest or condone bias in any presentation but is made to provide participants with information that might be of potential importance to their evaluation of a presentation. Disclosure information for authors, editors, planners, peer reviewers, and/or relevant staff is provided with this activity.

Continuing Education Accreditation Information

 

 

The Campbell University Jerry M. Wallace School of Osteopathic Medicine (CUSOM) is accredited by the American Osteopathic Association to provide osteopathic continuing medical education for physicians. CUSOM designates this enduring material for a maximum of 1.50 AOA Category 1 B Credits and will report CME credits commensurate with the extent of the physician's participation in the activity.

Cancellation Policy: Cancellations must be received in writing and a money back guarantee is provided if not completely satisfied.

  • StatPearls and CUSOM reserve the right to cancel any course due to unforeseen circumstances. StatPearls and CUSOM will not be responsible for other expenses incurred by the participant in the unlikely event that the program is canceled.

Equal Opportunity

  • StatPearls and CUSOM are Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action / Equal Access Institutions. 

Medium or Media Used:

  • Computer Requirements:  Internet Access
  • E-mail Address

Instructions for Credit

  1. Register for the activity and create a StatPearls login.     
  2. Review the required accreditation information:  Target audience, learning objectives and disclosure information.
  3. Complete the entire self-study activity.
  4. Complete the post-test assessments.
  5. Successfully pass the post-test with a minimum score of 100%.
  6. Complete the evaluation form.
  7. Obtain a certificate.

StatPearls and CUSOM adheres to AOA Standards regarding commercial support of continuing medical education. It is the policy of StatPearls and Campbell that the faculty and planning committee disclose real or apparent conflicts of interest relating to the topics of this educational activity, that relevant conflict(s) of interest are resolved and also that authors and editors will disclose any unlabeled/unapproved use of drug(s) or device(s) during their presentation. Detailed disclosure will be made prior to starting the activity.

The information provided at this CME/CE activity is for continuing education purposes only and is not meant to substitute for the independent medical/clinical judgment of a healthcare provider relative to diagnostic and treatment options of a specific patient’s medical condition.

This course is intended for osteopathic physicians who wish to earn AOA CME credit. Take this version of the course to ensure you receive appropriate credit.

 

 
 

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helene C. on 12/17/2020

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Stephanie Y. on 12/16/2022

I disagree with the answer for the example of the female with a breast abnormality and obvious abnormal ultrasound finding of vertical irregular mass. I believe the abnormal ultrasound warrants immediate ultrasound guided biopsy and 3 month follow-up is not warranted which delays diagnosis as well as risk noncompliance of patient with delayed follow-up visit in a timely manner.

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Jonathan W. on 1/14/2024

Great review.

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