Accuracy of Fine-Needle Aspiration Cytology in the Diagnosis of Breast Cancer a Single-Center Retrospective Study from Turkey with Cytohistological Correlation in 733 Cases

摘要

Background: The triple test, i.e., cytology combined with clinical and radiological findings, is the goal for accurate assessment of palpable breast lesions. Because of the limitations of fine-needle aspiration cytology (FNAC), its utility has somewhat decreased nationwide. We have been using a combination of physical examination, radiological modalities, and FNAC for the diagnosis of palpableonpalpable breast mass lesions for the last 23 years. Our institutional experience of the last 10 years is presented here, using FNAC of breast lesions along with an analysis of the diagnostic accuracy.