Book USG-Guided FNAC (Ultrasound-Guided Fine Needle Aspiration Cytology) at Molecular Diagnostics and Therapy, the advanced facility for providing radiology and pathology services, which is also recognized by NABL (The National Accreditation Body for Labelling) and NABH (the National Accreditation Board for Hospitals). In our ultrasound-guided FNAC procedure, the lump, nodule, cyst, or mass is sampled exactly and pinpointed, while the procedure is safe and minimally invasive to enable an accurate cytological diagnosis.

Our skilled radiologists, who are confident in their experience, document the adequacy of samples and improve the accuracy of their diagnosis using ultrasound in real time, which reduces discomfort and complications.

About USG-Guided FNAC

USG-Guided Fine-Needle Aspiration Cytology (FNAC) is a minimally invasive procedure that involves inserting a thin needle guided by real-time ultrasound, under control, into a lesion to obtain cells or fluid for microscopic examination.

In addition, compared with conventional (blind) FNAC, ultrasound guidance helps ensure that the needle is placed in the exact location of the tumor, particularly important where either a lesion is difficult to reach or it is small and not palpable by hand alone. A cytopathologist examines the collected sample to identify whether the lesion is benign, malignant, inflammatory, infectious, or cystic.

Purpose of USG-Guided FNAC

1. Evaluation of Lumps and Nodules

• Diagnoses of palpable and non-palpable lumps
• Assesses thyroid, breast, and any lymph node and soft tissue nodules
• Helps determine whether a lesion is benign or malignant

2. Assessment of Deep-Seated Lesions

• Assesses tissues involved in the liver, kidney, pancreas, abdomen, pelvis, or behind the abdomen
• Provides a precise vantage point to perform diagnosis on lesions that do not lend themselves to safe access except by imaging

3. Investigation of Cysts and Collections

• Evaluates cystic lesions
• Diagnoses and repairs infected fluid collections and abscesses
• Usually able to distinguish cysts from complex lesions

4. Evaluation of Enlarged Lymph Nodes

• Determines why the lymph nodes are enlarged
• Assists in the diagnosis of infection, tuberculosis, or lymphoma and/or metastatic cancer

5. Pre-treatment Diagnosis

• Correctly diagnose cytologically before surgery or medical treatment
• Helps to formulate additional study or treatment options.

6. Follow-up of Known Lesions

• Ensures that monitoring priorities are used for previously diagnosed lesions
• Measures recurrent/residual disease following treatment

Common Conditions Evaluated

• Thyroid nodules
• Breast lumps
• Enlarged lymph nodes
• Soft tissue masses
• Liver lesions
• Pancreatic masses
• Kidney lesions
• Pelvic masses
• Salivary gland swellings
• Neck masses
• Abdominal masses
• Cysts and abscesses

Benefits of USG-Guided FNAC

• Minimally invasive procedure
• Using real-time ultrasound guidance, the results are more accurate
• No exposure to X-rays and other forms of radiation
• Quick outpatient procedure
• Little or no pain and healing quickly
• Good level of accuracy for correctly targeted lesions
• Treats a wide variety of conditions without resorting to more aggressive diagnostic surgery in most cases
• Safe and cost-effective

Who Should Consider USG-Guided FNAC?

This procedure might be recommended if you:

• Have a lump/swelling which needs diagnosis
• A thyroid, breast, salivary gland, or lymph node nodule
• Have a lesion detected on ultrasound, CT, or MRI
• Require tissue diagnosis before surgery or treatment
• Need evaluation of a deep-seated mass that cannot be safely sampled without imaging guidance

Risks and Considerations

Safety

USG-assisted FNAC is a very safe and less risky procedure, in general.

Minor Risks

• Light pain or discomfort
• A small bruise on the insertion point of the needles
• Minor bleeding
• Temporary swelling

Rare Complications

• Puncture wound infection
• Major bleeding (more common in people who are taking blood thinners)
• Bad sample (repeat aspiration is necessary)
   

These risks are reduced by performing the procedure under real-time ultrasound guidance.

Why Choose Molecular Diagnostics and Therapy?

• Highly trained radiologists with great expertise in image-guided procedures.
• Accurate reporting with highly qualified staff.
• High-resolution ultrasound machines and skills with advanced equipment.
• NABL & NABH Accredited Diagnostic Centre.
• Safe, accurate, and with only minimal invasiveness.
• Clear and low-cost fees.
• All the radiology and pathology services are contained in one place.

Conclusion

USG-Guided FNAC is a safe, accurate, and minimally invasive diagnostic technique, utilizing real-time ultrasound imaging and fine-needle aspiration of cellular samples from superficial or deep-seated lesions. It is an important aid in the diagnosis of thyroid nodules, breast lumps, enlarged lymph nodes, abdominal masses, cysts, and many other conditions. USG-guided FNAC is helpful in many cases in reducing the surgical biopsy requirement in the initial diagnosis, planning the treatment plan, and ensuring better patient outcomes.