Abstract
An investigation of patient satisfaction with ultrasound-guided breast procedures (fine needle biopsy and cyst aspiration) was performed. The research was designed around a proposed imaging loop added to the Health Related Quality of Life model. A patient questionnaire, devised to assess three areas of the imaging loop—preanalytical, postanalytical, and overall satisfaction with the procedure—was administered. Results show a population of patients satisfied with these invasive procedures. Study patients' satisfaction levels were comparable with those of control subjects. Procedure anxiety was identified as a patient perception, but did not hamper level of satisfaction. Study patients also reported that ultrasound-guided breast procedures contributed to a perception of favorable overall health and gave a high level of patient satisfaction.