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Percutaneous Biopsy Following Positive Bone Scans

James D. Collins, Lawrence W. Bassett, G. Main, Christopher Kagan

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Abstract

When a bone scan reveals an abnormal radionuclide accumulation and the cause is uncertain, bone biopsy is sometimes necessary. One hundred thirty biopsies have been performed in our institution with a percutaneous needle guided by fluoroscopy. This procedure is safe and effective.

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When a bone scan reveals an abnormal radionuclide accumulation and the cause is uncertain, bone biopsy is sometimes necessary. One hundred thirty biopsies have been performed in our institution with a percutaneous needle guided by fluoroscopy. This procedure is safe and effective.

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When a bone scan reveals an abnormal radionuclide accumulation and the cause is uncertain, bone biopsy is sometimes necessary. One hundred thirty biopsies have been performed in our institution with a percutaneous needle guided by fluoroscopy. This procedure is safe and effective.

Key concepts: Medicine, Fluoroscopy, Bone biopsy, Percutaneous, Biopsy, Percutaneous biopsy, Radiology, Nuclear medicine

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