Evolving biopsy techniques for the diagnosis of neuroblastoma in children
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In brief
In brief
Retrospective study comparing percutaneous core needle biopsy versus surgical wedge biopsy for diagnosing intermediate- and high-risk neuroblastoma in pediatric patients (2011-2015). Evaluates diagnostic adequacy and safety profiles of both approaches to inform optimal biopsy strategy selection.
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Background/Purpose
To compare the adequacy and safety of percutaneous core needle biopsy and surgical wedge biopsy of neuroblastoma in children.
Methods
A retrospective review of patients who underwent biopsy for intermediate- or high-risk neuroblastoma at our institution between 2011 and 2015 was performed (recent cohort). Procedure details and outcomes were collected and analyzed using descriptive statistics and Wilcoxon rank tests; P