Use Of Core-Needle Biopsy For Image-Detected Abnormalities

Use of Core-needle Biopsy for Image-Detected Abnormalities is organized by Baptist Health South Florida.

Dates:
Course opens: 12/01/2016
Course expires: 11/30/2021

Accreditation:
Baptist Health South Florida designates this enduring material for a maximum of 0.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Available Credits:
• 0.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
• 0.75 General certificate of attendance

Description:
This course provides physicians with an overview of the core-needle biopsy process to be better able to explain to patients what to expect and explain the available validated methods for this method of biopsy.

Objectives:
• Review the options and the patient selection process.
• Consider available, validated methods for CNB: stereotactic, tomogram, ultrasound and MRI-guided.
• Review the importance of radiologic-pathologic concordance.
• Designate the appropriate follow-up and disposition of the patient based on radiology-pathology results.