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CT-Guided Biopsy

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Percutaneous Image-Guided Biopsy

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Computed tomography (CT) scanners are integral components of imaging facilities. CT scanners are widely available and can easily accommodate biopsy procedures. The high spatial and contrast resolution of CT images can help localize biopsy targets almost anywhere in the human body. CT fluoroscopy, when available, can help expedite procedures and make the biopsy process more efficient. This chapter outlines the equipment, advantages, disadvantages, applications, and techniques used in CT-guided and CT fluoroscopy-guided biopsies.

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  1. Department of Interventional Radiology, Department of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, 1515 Holcombe Boulevard, Unit 1471, Houston, TX, 77030, USA

    Kamran Ahrar MD, FSIR

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Ahrar, K. (2014). CT-Guided Biopsy. In: Ahrar, K., Gupta, S. (eds) Percutaneous Image-Guided Biopsy. Springer, New York, NY. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4614-8217-8_2

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