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What is the definition or description of: breast cyst needle drainage?
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Fluid removed: Breast cysts are quite common some can be felt on exam and most can be identified by breast ultrasound. Removal of the fluid with a needle is usually curative.
Answered 10/7/2013
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Drainage: A breast cyst is a sac of fluid within the breast tissue. Needle aspiration is the drainage of that fluid, usually guided by ultrasound. The majority of cysts are benign, and many will recur, even after drainage.
Answered 3/29/2013
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