Stereotactic brain biopsies: specimen preparation and evaluation.
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Abstract
Stereotactically directed needle biopsy of central nervous system lesions is a widely used diagnostic procedure with low morbidity and mortality. Diagnostic tissue is obtained in most instances. As a part of the College of American Pathologists Practical Topics in Neuropathology series, the following report summarizes the pathologist's role in the procurement, preparation, and interpretation of these important specimens.
Medical subject headings
- Biopsy, Needle
- Brain
- Stereotaxic Techniques