Why is a core biopsy of the breast lump performed, and FNA of the axillary lymph node?
A 33-year-old woman presents with a lump in her right breast that has been present for two weeks. It was detected on self-examination and has continued to enlarge. There is a history of ovarian cancer (mother) but not breast cancer in her family. ExaminationA 2.5-cm diameter lump is found in the upper outer quadrant of […]