Table 3.
Needle diameters and puncture techniques
| Focal lesion n (%) | Parenchyma n (%) | |
|---|---|---|
| 0.7 mm (FNAC) |
1023 (38.3) |
3 (0.1) |
| 0.95 mm (FNAC) |
38 (1.4) |
0 (0) |
| 1.2 mm (CB) |
547 (20.5) |
282 (10.6) |
| 1.4 mm (ABM) |
0 (0) |
719 (26.9) |
| 1.6 mm (CB) | 48 (1.8) | 11 (0.4) |
ABM Aspiration biopsy (Menghini technique), CB Cutting biopsy, FNAC Fine needle aspiration cytology.