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Two masses were found in her right breast during routine examination with no symptoms or tenderness. what is the standard treatment protocol in the us?
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Biopsy: Of all the tests that can be ordered, the "gold standard" is still biopsy of the masses as a tissue diagnosis will be obtained which can predicate the type and manner of treatment or not.
Answered 7/18/2016
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