Diagnosis

Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy

Lymph nodes are oval-shaped glands that contain cells that defend the body against foreign substances. They are part of the lymphatic system and are located in different parts of the body such as the neck, armpits, behind the ears, chest, abdomen and groin. A sentinel lymph node is considered the first node that drains a primary cancer . Sentinel lymph node biopsy is a procedure to remove the sentinel lymph node closest to the cancerous organ to examine it for malignancy.

Biopsy of the Breast

Breast biopsy is a procedure in which a small sample of breast tissue containing suspicious breast growth is removed and examined in the laboratory for the presence of cancer. It is indicated when abnormal findings are seen during mammography, ultrasound or MRI scans, or unusual changes are noticed in the nipple (dimpling skin, scaling or bloody discharge) or breast tissue (thickening or lumps).

Needle-localised Breast Biopsy

Breast biopsy is a procedure in which a small sample of breast tissue containing suspicious breast growth is removed and examined in the laboratory for the presence of cancer. Needle-localized breast biopsy involves the surgical removal of the entire mass of abnormal tissue for analysis. It is indicated when abnormal findings are seen during mammography but cannot be felt on physical examination.