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Why would they do a lumpectomy without a biopsy first?
If the lump is in a delicate place, or there is a strong probability of cancer, the entire lump would be removed without a biopsy being collected first.
In what percentage of cases is the biopsy positive for cancer?
In about 70% of cases, the biopsy is positive for cancer.
What is the use of a biopsy for the breast?
The use of a biopsy for the breast is to check for cancer. Women are at a very high risk for breast cancer and a biopsy is a way to prevent the cancer in an early stage.
What kind of cancer is diagnosed with a cone biopsy?
A cone biopsy is performed to diagnose cancer of the cervix or to detect precancerous changes.
How does a biopsy diagnose colon cancer?
The diagnosis of colon cancer is actually made by the performance of a biopsy of any abnormal lesion in the colon. When a tumor growth is identified, it could be either a benign polyp (or lesion) or a cancer; the biopsy resolves the issue.
What surgery do they do to treat breast cancer?
needle biopsy, regular biopsy, mastectomy, lumpectomy,
What kind of biopsy is performed at the beginning of breast cancer treatment?
Sentinel-node biopsy
In what way does a cone biopsy help treat cancer?
a cone biopsy is done to diagnose cervical cancer or to remove cancerous or precancerous tissue.
Can biopsy of uteres cause cancer?
No, there has never been any cancer contracted due to a biopsy, and there is no medical research that dictates there ever could be.
If there is no cancerous cells in excision biopsy is that mean no further cancer?
No, it just means, that at the time of the biopsy, there were no active cancer cells. It is not a guarantee that the cancer cannot return at a future date.
When biopsy result is not cancer its called?
Benign
Does my dog have Cancer?
It is impossible to diagnose an animal without seeing it or having symptoms listed. Ways to diagnose bladder cancer also known as Transitional Cell Carcinoma are with ultrasound imaging and a biopsy of the mass, if one is seen. Cancer is usually never diagnosed without having a biopsy or cytology done. If you are concerned about your dog see your veterinarian and they can recommend you to have your dog see an internal medicine veterinarian to do an ultrasound or a veterinary oncologist to treat for cancer.
