Percutaneous large core needle biopsy of the breast is recognized as an important tool in the current management of breast disease. Ths technique is safe, accurate, and has a very low complication rate. We present a rare complication of a pseudoaneurysm after large core needle biopsy of the breast, diagnosed by means of ultrasound and color Doppler exam-inatin. Pathophysilogic characteristics, diag-nosis, treatment options, and potential pre-vention of this complication are discussed.
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