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Breast Biopsy (Stereotactic/Tomosynthesis-Guided) (Retired on 2026-10-29)

Content Reviewed: October 16, 2025

Mastery Series

Course Description

Join Dr. Julia Birnbaum for an expert-led deep dive into breast core biopsies. She reviews general considerations, indications for mammographic guidance, and its advantages and limitations. This course explores both stereotactic and tomosynthesis techniques, addressing their unique challenges, patient-specific considerations, and key modifications. Dr. Birnbaum also emphasizes the vital role of radiology–pathology correlation in ensuring diagnostic accuracy and high-quality patient care.

 

Follow along as she demonstrates how to prepare and perform procedures, troubleshoot difficult cases, and avoid common pitfalls.

 

Take this course to become more confident in mammographic-guided core biopsies, knowing when to use each technique, identifying typical targets, and strengthening preparation and problem-solving skills.
 

Join Dr. Julia Birnbaum for an expert-led deep dive into breast core biopsies. She reviews general considerations, indications for mammographic guidance, and its advantages and limitations. This course explores both stereotactic and tomosynthesis techniques, addressing their unique challenges, patient-specific considerations, and key modifications. Dr. Birnbaum also emphasizes the vital role of radiology–pathology correlation in ensuring diagnostic accuracy and high-quality patient care.

Faculty

Julia A. Birnbaum, MD

Clinical Assistant Professor

Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania

This course was retired on October 29, 2026

Any CME you've earned through this course will still remain valid.

Alternate versions of this course are available

Mastery Series

1 CME

Breast Biopsy (Stereotactic/Tomosynthesis-Guided)

Introduction to Mammographic-Guided Core Biopsies

2 m

Why Percutaneous Biopsy vs Surgical Biopsy?

3 m

Advantages and Disadvantages of Mammographic Guidance

2 m

Using Mammographic Guidance

4 m

Stereotactic Technique

4 m

Stereotactic Targeting Errors

2 m

Tomosynthesis Technique

6 m

Tomosynthesis Targeting Errors

1 m

How to Choose Stereotactic- vs Tomosynthesis-Guided Biopsy

1 m

Contrast-Enhanced Mammography

1 m

Core Biopsy Common Complications

3 m

Technical Problems

7 m

Preparation and Planning

5 m

Patient Consent, Positioning, and Targeting

3 m

Performing the Procedure

4 m

Post-procedure Care

2 m

Radiology-Pathology Correlation

4 m

Take-home Points

1 m

Course Evaluation

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