Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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4230647 | Journal of the American College of Radiology | 2014 | 8 Pages |
Abstract
Most patients report minimal pain during imaging-guided biopsy procedures. Women experiencing greater pain levels tended to report higher anticipated pain before the procedure. Communication with patients before biopsy regarding minimal average pain reported during biopsy and encouragement to make use of coping strategies may reduce patient anxiety and anticipated pain.
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Authors
Adrianne E. BS, Rebecca A. PhD, Lauren S. MD, Melissa Hayes MD, Karen S. MD, Anava A. MS, Sora C. MD, Francis J. PhD, Mary Scott MD,