Value of image‐guided fine‐needle aspiration cytology—A study of 500 cases

Guided Fine‐Needle Aspiration Cytology (FNAC) as the first line investigation is not only useful in diagnosis of space occupying lesions but can also help in choosing appropriate management. This technique is most useful in diagnosing metastasis but is also helpful in excluding malignancy in some cases. Aim of this study is to analyze the spectrum of cytological diagnosis, adequacy, and clinicoradiological correlation of guided FNAC.

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