2025 Vacuum-Assisted Breast Biopsy VABB Radiologists Analyze the current Canadian guidelines and best practices for breast biopsy, including indications for image-guided and vacuum-assisted approaches; Compare the technical approaches and clinical indications for performing VABB under ultrasound, mammography, and MRI guidance; Describe patient selection criteria, positioning techniques, and troubleshooting strategies for each modality-specific VABB procedure; Identify the advantages and limitations of VABB relative to other biopsy techniques, including sample adequacy, patient comfort, and diagnostic accuracy; Discuss quality assurance considerations and post-procedural care in the context of VABB procedures; Apply knowledge from case-based scenarios to choose appropriate biopsy modality based on imaging findings and clinical context.
Open To: OAR Members, Non OAR Members, Ontario DI Residents, Ontario DI Fellows, Canadian Non-Ontario DI Residents, Canadian Non-Ontario DI Fellows, Canadian Non-Ontario Radiologists, Canadian Non DI Residents, Canadian Non DI Fellows, Other Physicians, International DI Residents, International DI Fellows, International Radiologists | Jul 17, 2025
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2025 Vacuum-Assisted Breast Biopsy VABB Technologists Enhance understanding of VABB workflows across mammography and ultrasound; Refine techical positioning and image acquisition for biopsy accuracy; Support patient comfort and care throughout the procedure; collaborate more effectively with radiologists and the care team; Stay informed on best practices and current Canadian guidelines.
Open To: Canadian MRTs, Canadian Ultrasound Technologists, Canadian Other Technologists, International X-Ray Technologists, International Ultrasound Technologists, International Other Technologists | Jul 17, 2025
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