Wire-localization and open biopsy of nonpalpable breast lesion guided by ultrasound

Objective To evaluate the clinical value of wire-localization biopsy guided by ultrasound for management of nonpalpable breast lesion (NPBL).Methods Prior to NPBL resection treatment and biopsy diagnosis,wire-localization guided by ultrasound was performed.Results Forty-two lesions of 41 cases were accurately excised and all of them obtained the pathologic diagnosis.12% of them were malignant.Conclusion It is worth careful consideration of NPBL management.Wire-localization biopsy guided by ultrasound is simple,accurate,and practical method.