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  • Title: [Analysis of the results of 96 CT-guided fine needle biopsies of liver masses].
    Author: Lüning M, Schmeisser B, Wolff H, Schöpke W, Hoppe E, Meyer R.
    Journal: Rofo; 1984 Sep; 141(3):267-75. PubMed ID: 6435192.
    Abstract:
    A prospective study of 96 CT-guided fine needle biopsies in 93 patients showed 47 malignant and 46 benign lesions in the liver. Overall accuracy was 97%, with a sensitivity of 92% as specificity of 96%. At least four punctures per biopsy were necessary for a reliable diagnosis. In order to save time, fine needle biopsy is recommended to be carried out immediately after the initial CT.
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