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Breast Biopsy (Ultrasound-Guided)

Content Reviewed: April 5, 2026

Mastery Series
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1.75 CME

21 Videos

1 hr. 39 min.

Course Description

Join Dr. Petra Lewis as she reviews the principles and techniques of ultrasound-guided breast biopsy. She covers patient selection, pre-procedural planning, equipment and positioning, and step-by-step procedural technique to ensure accurate and safe tissue sampling. Dr. Lewis also covers challenges with ultrasound guided biopsies and tips and tricks to address those challenges.

This course provides guidance for maintaining needle visualization, selecting appropriate targets and devices, and managing challenging clinical scenarios. In addition, Dr. Lewis addresses post-biopsy care and emphasizes the vital role of radiology–pathology correlation in ensuring diagnostic accuracy and high-quality patient care.

Take this course to become more confident in ultrasound-guided biopsies, identifying typical targets, and strengthening preparation and problem-solving skills.

Join Dr. Petra Lewis as she reviews the principles and techniques of ultrasound-guided breast biopsy. She covers patient selection, pre-procedural planning, equipment and positioning, and step-by-step procedural technique to ensure accurate and safe tissue sampling. Dr. Lewis also covers challenges with ultrasound guided biopsies and tips and tricks to address those challenges.

Faculty

Petra J Lewis, MBBS

Professor of Radiology and OBGYN

Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center & Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth

Indications for an Ultrasound-Guided Breast Biopsy

5 m

Selecting a Modality for a Breast Biopsy

4 m

Selecting the Appropriate Target for Biopsy

5 m

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