Fine Needle Aspiration Cytology Flashcards
1
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Which lesions May percutaneous FNA be performed on
A
Superficial and peripheral lesions
2
Q
What is used as a (pathological) guidance to FNA Cytology
A
CT scans or ultrasound
3
Q
What is EBUS-FNA
A
Endobronchial ultrasound guided FNA
4
Q
What are some advantages of FNA
A
Minimally invasive Sample wide range of areas Real time Potential for rapid on site evaluation Less expensive than mediastinoscopy
5
Q
What can FNA Cytology be used for
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To diagnose and stage lung cancer
Diagnosis of mediastinal cancer
Lymphadenopathy
Restarting of lung cancer
6
Q
What is the roles of the BMS in the FNA clinic
A
Assist preparations
Assist on site specimen adequacy
Feedback to cytopathologists in department
7
Q
Summarise some benefits I’d FNA Cytology
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Technique relatively painless Accurate results Inexpensive Rapid Minimally invasive Applied to cancer staging with new techniques Can be used to monitor treatment
