HPB & Spleen · 25 August 2024

CT-guided core needle biopsy is effective for pancreatic tumors

CT-guided core needle biopsy (CNB) demonstrates high diagnostic yield and safety in pancreatic tumor evaluation. In a study of 43 biopsies across 42 patients, histological diagnosis was achieved in 93% of cases. CNB exhibited a sensitivity of 93%, specificity of 100%, and overall accuracy of 93%. No major complications arose during the procedures, with most tumors located in the head or body of the pancreas. Additionally, the likelihood of molecular testing increased over time.

Journal Article by Eyheremendy EP, Angeramo CA and Méndez P in Surg Laparosc Endosc Percutan Tech

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