Credit Information
Credit Type
* AMA PRA Category 1™
Number of Credits
3
Course Overview
Master the skills for performing Stereotactic and Tomosynthesis-guided breast biopsies. This course covers indications, procedures, and guidelines for both methods, including equipment, patient positioning, and techniques. Learn to identify and address challenges, optimize biopsy accuracy, and ensure patient safety and care for diagnostic efficiency.
Course Objectives
After completing this activity, the participant will:
describe the breast stereotactic biopsy procedure and tomosynthesis guided biopsy, including the requirements and technique
list the procedures' indications and contraindications
apply the information acquired to their own breast biopsy practice
apply the information acquired to comply with breast biopsy lab accreditation
Target Audience
Physicians, sonographers, and others who perform and/or interpret ultrasound.
* AMA PRA Category 1 ™ credits are used by physicians and other groups like PAs and certain nurses. Category 1 credits are accepted by the ARDMS, CCI, ACCME, and Sonography Canada.
