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    Breast. 2006 Aug;15(4):567-9. Epub 2005 Dec 20.

    A prospective randomised study to evaluate the effectiveness of standard 23 gauge fine needle, compared with a thinner 27 gauge needle for breast cytology.

    Querci della Rovere G, Trott P, Filshie J, Ashley S, Hassanally D.

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    Royal Marsden Hospital, Sutton, Surrey, UK. gquercidellarovere@doctors.org.uk

    Abstract

    The aim of this study was to determine whether a 27 gauge needle could be used to obtain adequate cytology with less discomfort to the patient. Two types of needles were compared-23 gauge (blue) needle versus 27 gauge very fine needle. The cytology specimen was assessed for quality in terms of adequacy for diagnosis. Ninety samples were randomised into this study. The quality of samples was similar in both groups; there was no statistical difference in the quality of samples obtained. The 27 gauge needle produced two inadequate samples (4.4%), whereas there were no inadequate samples with the 23 gauge needle. There was no statistical difference in the amount of blood on the slide between the two groups. The pain scores were significantly better with the finer needle (P=0.004). This study provides evidence that the 27 gauge FNAC is suitable for obtaining cytology in palpable breast lumps.

    PMID:
    16376081
    [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE]

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