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Breast Biopsy Results: What they mean - 10/2021

Breast Biopsy Results: What they mean
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Abstract

This handout explains the words on breast biopsy results, such as "benign," "increased risk," and "malignant." It lists the types of conditions that fall into each of these result categories. It also includes a brief overview of the types of non-invasive and invasive breast cancer.

Author
Radiology/Imaging Services
Publisher
University of Washington Medical Center
Date Published (original date)
2021
Revision Date
10/2021
General Subject
Cancer
Diagnostic Tests
Specific Subject/Keyword
Biopsy
Breast
Breast Cancer
Breast Disorders
Languages
English
Record ID
4965