Incorporation of Core Biopsy and FNAB in the Diagnostic Algorithm for Endophytic and Submucosal Laryngeal Malignancies: A Technical Note

Despite the use of advanced radiological investigations, some liver lesions cannot be definitely diagnosed without a biopsy and histological examination. Laparoscopic Tru-Cut biopsy of the liver lesion is the preferred approach to achieve a good sample for histology. The mechanism of a Tru-Cut biopsy needle needs the use of both hands to load and fire the needle. This restricts the ability of the surgeon to direct the needle into the lesion utilising the laparoscopic ultrasound probe. We report a technique of laparoscopic liver biopsy using a disposable core biopsy instrument (BARD (R) disposable core biopsy needle) that can be used single-handedly. The needle can be positioned with laparoscopic graspers in order to reach posterior and superior lesions. This technique can easily be used in conjunction with laparoscopic ultrasound.

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Chapter 7 Fine-Needle Aspiration or Core Biopsy: A Preoperative Diagnostic Algorithm

Practical Breast Pathology ◽

10.1055/b-0034-91522 ◽

2014 ◽

Keyword(s):

Fine Needle Aspiration ◽

Core Biopsy ◽

Diagnostic Algorithm ◽

Needle Aspiration ◽

Fine Needle ◽

Preoperative Diagnostic

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Chapter 7 Fine-needle Aspiration or Core Biopsy: A Preoperative Diagnostic Algorithm

Practical Breast Pathology ◽

10.1055/b-0034-50695 ◽

2001 ◽

Keyword(s):

Fine Needle Aspiration ◽

Core Biopsy ◽

Diagnostic Algorithm ◽

Needle Aspiration ◽

Fine Needle ◽

Preoperative Diagnostic

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New AAC Access Strategy for Gesture Tracking: A Technical Note

Perspectives on Augmentative and Alternative Communication ◽

10.1044/aac21.1.11 ◽

2012 ◽

Vol 21 (1) ◽

pp. 11-16 ◽

Cited By ~ 1

Author(s):

Susan Fager ◽

Tom Jakobs ◽

David Beukelman ◽

Tricia Ternus ◽

Haylee Schley

Keyword(s):

Augmentative And Alternative Communication ◽

Technical Note ◽

Head Tracking ◽

Alternative Communication ◽

Access Methods ◽

Cord Injury ◽

Physical Limitations ◽

Gesture Tracking ◽

Communication Needs ◽

Tracking Device

Abstract This article summarizes the design and evaluation of a new augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) interface strategy for people with complex communication needs and severe physical limitations. This strategy combines typing, gesture recognition, and word prediction to input text into AAC software using touchscreen or head movement tracking access methods. Eight individuals with movement limitations due to spinal cord injury, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, polio, and Guillain Barre syndrome participated in the evaluation of the prototype technology using a head-tracking device. Fourteen typical individuals participated in the evaluation of the prototype using a touchscreen.

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